The cheapest and fastest buses from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
22 h 10 m
Average duration
22 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
740 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charleston, SC for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 740 km distance in an average of 22 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 10 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 22 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $91.
Distance: 459 miles (740 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$204 Average price | $141 Average price | $129 Average price Cheapest |
23h 54m Average total duration 23h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Live departures
Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 PM Charleston, SC | 24h25 | 8:40 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Buses from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 23h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 459 miles (740 km) distance in 22h 10m.
Distance 459 miles (740 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 22h 10m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month May |
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High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
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Bus providers: CARTA from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FLYou can travel by bus between Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL with CARTA for as low as $33 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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