What is the cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Charleston is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atlanta to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from Atlanta to Charleston is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $120 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Atlanta and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Atlanta station to Charleston. However, there are services departing from Atlanta Bus Station and arriving at Transit Mall via North Charleston Transit Center and Rivers Ave / Cosgrove Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.

How far is it from Atlanta to Charleston?

The distance between Atlanta and Charleston is 285 miles. The road distance is 289.6 miles.

How do I travel from Atlanta to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from Atlanta to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 13h 7m and costs $85 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Atlanta to Charleston?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Atlanta to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atlanta to Charleston bus from?

Atlanta to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Atlanta Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Atlanta to Charleston?

The best way to get from Atlanta to Charleston is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $120 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $160 and takes 13h 7m.

Where does the Atlanta to Charleston bus arrive?

Atlanta to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charleston Bus Station.

Can I drive from Atlanta to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Atlanta to Charleston is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Atlanta to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 1320+ hotels available in Charleston.

Atlanta to Charleston - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Atlanta to Charleston by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Charleston International Airport
best
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane ATL - CHS
3h 54m
$124–314
Fly to Hilton Head Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Hilton Head Airport (HHH)plane ATL - HHH
2. Drive from Hilton Head Airport (HHH) to Charlestoncar
4h 43m
$50–270
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Charleston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0641
13h 7m
$85–152
Drive 287.9 mi
1. Drive from Atlanta to Charlestoncar 287.9 mi
5h 32m
$53–76
Fly to Columbia, drive
1. Fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Columbia (CAE)plane ATL - CAE
2. Drive from Columbia-Airport-CAE to Charlestoncar
4h 7m
$52–262

Atlanta to Charleston by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

13h 7mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Atlanta, GA, USA and Charleston, SC, USA?

Delta flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Charleston Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–150 and the journey takes 11h 20m.

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