The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence, SC to Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence, SC 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 Florence, SC to Charleston, SC will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 buses that leave Florence, SC for Charleston, SC 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 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 2 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 and train for Florence, SC to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence, SC to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€26 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Florence, SC to Charleston, SC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Live departures
Florence, SC to Charleston, SC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence, SC to Charleston, SC 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM Florence, S Irby St (Greyhound Bus Stop), SC | 3h25 | 10:25 PM Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station), SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence, SC to Charleston, SC
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 12:55 |
Last bus 13:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Florence, SC to Charleston, SC start from as low as $25 (€20) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $32 (€26) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Florence, SC to Charleston, SCYou can travel by bus between Florence, SC to Charleston, SC with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Florence, SC to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence, SC 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.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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