4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX
Cheapest price
$313
Average price
$313
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1503 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX will cost around $313 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $313.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charleston, SC for Houston, TX on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 1503 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 40 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 40 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.
3:15 PM31h40Charleston, SC10:55 PMHouston, TX$3131One-way0 transfers
- 3:15 PM31h40Charleston, SC10:55 PMHouston, TX$3131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Charleston, SC to Houston, TX
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $154. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $154, and a flight costs an average of $135.
Distance: 933 miles (1503 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$227 Average price Cheapest | $444 Average price | $216 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
32h 43m Average total duration 32h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX:
A bus is $218 (€176) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX costing on average $444 (€359).
Other travel options to Houston, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 32h 13m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Charleston, SC to Houston, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $242 |
Live departures
Charleston, SC to Houston, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Houston, TX buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:15 PM Charleston, SC | 31h40 | 10:55 PM Houston, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX
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Buses from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX run on average 3 times per day, taking around 32h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $154 (€124) but you can travel from only $135 (€109) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 933 miles (1503 km) distance in 31h 40m.
Distance 933 miles (1503 km) |
Average bus duration 32h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $154 (€124) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 31h 40m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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