The cheapest and fastest buses from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
18 h 40 m
Average duration
18 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
905 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charleston, SC for Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 905 km distance in an average of 18 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 18 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €54.
Distance: 562 miles (905 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€99 Average price Cheapest | €138 Average price | €237 Average price |
21h 30m Average total duration 21h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Live departures
Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:55 PM Charleston, SC | 18h40 | 12:35 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA
Distance 562 miles (905 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 16h 50m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA

- Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence housed in Liberty Bell Center
- Independence Hall, the birthplace of the United States where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed
- Philadelphia Museum of Art, renowned for its vast collection of art and famous Rocky Steps
- Reading Terminal Market, a historic public market offering diverse food vendors and local specialties
- Eastern State Penitentiary, a former prison now a museum known for its grand architecture and historical significance.
- Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence located in the Liberty Bell Center
- Independence Hall, the historic site where the Declaration of Independence and the U. S. Constitution were debated and adopted
- Philadelphia Museum of Art, renowned for its vast collection of art and the famous Rocky Steps
- Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor market offering diverse food options and local specialties
- Philadelphia Zoo, America's first zoo featuring a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.
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