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The Charleston Museum
America’s first museum with natural history, decorative arts, and Charleston stories across several historic sites.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 2 buses from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 271 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.

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Buses from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:15, the last at 13:55. The fastest bus covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 10:15 AM |
Last bus 1:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:15 PM Fayetteville, NC | 8h15 | 10:30 PM Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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America’s first museum with natural history, decorative arts, and Charleston stories across several historic sites.
Leading Southern museum for contemporary art, known for bold exhibitions and strong local creative connections.
Powerful museum on Gadsden’s Wharf interpreting the African American journey and Charleston’s global significance.
Legendary waterfront promenade lined with antebellum homes, harbor breezes, and some of Charleston’s best views.
Historic defensive seawall and walk beside White Point Garden, ideal for sunset, mansions, and harbor panoramas.
Lively pedestrian-friendly market district known for crafts, architecture, and easy access to major downtown sights.
A Lowcountry rice dish with shrimp, sausage, or chicken simmered in rich broth. It reflects Charleston's Gullah Geechee and coastal cooking traditions.
Stone-ground grits cooked creamy and topped with local shrimp, often with bacon or gravy. It is one of Charleston's signature brunch and supper dishes.
A rich soup of blue crab, crab roe, cream, and sherry. This classic Charleston dish is closely tied to the city's historic seafood culture.
Historic fine-dining restaurant focused on seasonal Lowcountry cuisine. Known for polished Southern hospitality and dishes using regional ingredients.
Upscale seafood restaurant celebrated for local oysters and inventive Lowcountry dishes. Stylish, lively, and one of Charleston's best-known dining rooms.
Refined Southern restaurant in the Historic District, known for shrimp and grits, seafood, and polished service in an elegant setting.
Moderate for a US coastal city; hotels and dining in the historic district run higher, while transit is limited and many visitors rely on walking, rideshare, or car hire.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip screens; small tips are appreciated but optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC to 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 Charleston, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC buses use the Fayetteville, Franklin St (Greyhound Bus Station) to Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Fayetteville, NC and Charleston, SC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Fayetteville, Franklin St (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Fayetteville, Franklin St (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Fayetteville, Franklin St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Fayetteville, Franklin St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Fayetteville, Franklin St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fayetteville, Franklin St (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrances and seating areas.
Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station) is 12 km from Charleston city centre. Public transport options include:
Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible.
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