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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
20 h
Average duration
20 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
869 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
Of the 1 buses that leave Wilmington, DE for Charleston, SC on Tue, Mar 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct buses cover the 869 km distance in an average of 20 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest buses will take 20 h 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 Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 539 miles (869 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$142 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price | $186 Average price |
21h 22m Average total duration 20h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration Fastest 9h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC
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Buses from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 11:15, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 539 miles (869 km) distance in 20h 0m.
Distance 539 miles (869 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 20h 0m |
First bus 11:15 |
Last bus 21:25 |
FAQs: Bus from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE 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.
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