The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
16 h 5 m
Average duration
16 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
636 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC without transferring at least once.
2:25 AM16h05Birmingham, AL6:30 PMNorth Charleston, SC$1311One-way1 transfer
2:25 AM16h05Birmingham, AL6:30 PMNorth Charleston, SC$1311One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $106. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $106, and a train costs an average of $420.
Distance: 395 miles (636 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price Cheapest | $398 Average price | $421 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 1m Average total duration 34h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC:
A bus is $264 (€216) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC costing on average $398 (€325).
A bus is $287 (€234) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC costing on average $421 (€344).
Other travel options to North Charleston, SC take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 20m.
Train takes on average 34h 31m.
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Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Live departures
Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:25 AM Birmingham, AL | 16h05 | 6:30 PM North Charleston, SC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC
Buses from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $106 (€86) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 395 miles (636 km) distance in 15h 5m.
Distance 395 miles (636 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€86) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 5m |
First bus 2:25 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SCYou can travel by bus between Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC with Greyhound for as low as $106 (€86). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at North Charleston, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC
Most Birmingham, AL to North Charleston, SC buses use the Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority to Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham, AL and North Charleston, SC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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