How to travel from Omaha to Charleston, United States of America

The distance between Omaha and Charleston is around 1,286 miles (2,070km) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 21h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Omaha to Charleston by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out CharlestonOmaha if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Chicago Il then Atlanta and then to Charleston SC.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $250
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Bus to Burlington, Ia, train

Take the bus to Burlington Ia and then to Galesburg Il then take the train to Chicago Union Station then Washington Union Station and then to Charleston Amtrak Station.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $300
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Charleston.

  • Duration21h 30m
  • Distance1,286 miles (2,070km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Omaha and Charleston

There are several options for getting from Omaha to Charleston by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $220 and will take around 1 day 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 21h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $125.

The distance between Omaha and Charleston is around 1,286 miles (2,070km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,056 miles (1,700km)

It takes around 1 day 12h to get from Omaha and Charleston by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Omaha to Charleston is to drive which takes around 21h 30m and will set you back approx $125.

The cheapest way to travel between Omaha and Charleston, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $220 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Omaha and Charleston. We recommend that you drive to Charleston. instead which will take 21h 30m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Omaha and Charleston. It typically takes around 1 day 12h and departs on demand.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Omaha to Charleston. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Chicago Il, Atlanta and Charleston SC. These services run on demand and will take a minimum of 1 day 12h.

Burlington Trailways, Greyhound USA, Southeastern Stages and Windstar run regular bus services between Omaha and Charleston. Buses run on demand and take around 1 day 12h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Omaha to Charleston. We recommend that you take the bus to Chicago Il then Atlanta and then to Charleston SC. instead which will take 1 day 12h.

The closest major airport to Charleston is Charleston International Airport (CHS) (CHS) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Charleston. Hilton Head Airport (HHH) (HHH) and Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) (MYR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Omaha and Charleston. The distance is around 1,286 miles (2,070km) by road and it will take around 21h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Omaha to Charleston is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1 day 12h and will usually cost around $250.

How do I get from Omaha to Charleston

Compare travel optionsbetween Omaha and Charleston

Transport options from Omaha to Charleston
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
1 day 12h
$250
once daily2,737km (1,701 miles)
Bus via Chicago, IL1 day 12h
$220
once daily2,751km (1,710 miles)
Bus to Burlington, Ia, train + 1 similar
1 day 12h
$300
once daily2,887km (1,794 miles)
Bus and Train1 day 12h
$275
once daily2,868km (1,782 miles)
Drive
21h 30m
$125
on demand2,070km (1,286 miles)

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Airports near Charleston

The following major airports near Charleston offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

CHS
Charleston International Airport (CHS)
International Airport
Distance
9 miles (14km) from Charleston
HHH
Hilton Head Airport (HHH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
59 miles (95km) from Charleston
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)
International Airport
Distance
85 miles (137km) from Charleston