4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for Charleston, WV on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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.
2:50 AM5h35Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)8:25 AMCharleston, Greyhound Bus Station, WV$771One-way0 transfers
- 2:50 AM5h35Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)8:25 AMCharleston, Greyhound Bus Station, WV$771One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $373.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $413 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 24m Average total duration 11h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV:
A bus is $108 (€87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV costing on average $177 (€143).
A bus is $343 (€277) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV costing on average $413 (€333).
Other travel options to Charleston, WV take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Train takes on average 11h 54m.
You'll arrive about -2h -27m sooner (5h 35m by bus vs 4h 8m by car) and save roughly $-0.97 (€-0.78) compared to fuel and tolls ($69 (€56) vs $68 (€55)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, Barons Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:50 AM Charlotte, NC | 5h30 | 12:20 PM Charleston, WV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:50 AM Charlotte, NC | 5h30 | 1:20 PM Charleston, WV | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV
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Buses from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 06:20. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 6:20 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Barons Bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WVYou can travel by bus between Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV with Greyhound, Barons Bus for as low as $47 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV 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 Charleston, WV, 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.
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