How to get from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island by bus?

Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island - Bus Schedule

The 12 bus from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island runs from 6:10 AM to 9:46 PM, with departures every 40 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 9 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island by bus

To get from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 12 bus from Dorchester Rd / Parkgate Dr station to Dorchester Rd / Leeds Ave Sb (At Shelter) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 11 bus and finally take the 31 bus from Mary St / Meeting St station to 1231 Folly Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus schedule from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to James Island on the Moovit app.

129min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Bus - 1111
Bus - 3131
Walk to James Island
Leaves from Dorchester Rd / Parkgate Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dorchester Rd / Parkgate Dr
    ID 350
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    N. Charleston Superstop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dorchester Rd / Leeds Ave Sb (At Shelter)
    ID 296
    25 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Mary St / Meeting St
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mary St / Meeting St
    ID 52
    34 min
  • 6
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Folly Rd / Sol Legare Rd
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1231 Folly Rd
    ID 677
    26 min
  • 8
    Walk to James Island
    Walk to
    James Island
    790 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island by bus via 12, 10 and 31

To get from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 12 bus from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd station to 2152 Northwoods Blvd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 10 bus and finally take the 31 bus from Mary St / Meeting St station to 1231 Folly Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus schedule from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to James Island on the Moovit app.

170min$4.00
Bus - 1212
Bus - 1010
Bus - 3131
Walk to James Island
Leaves from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    S Antler Dr / Otranto Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    2152 Northwoods Blvd
    ID 404
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rivers Ave / Eagle Landing Blvd
    ID 53
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1010
    Wait for bus
    10
    Mary St / Meeting St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mary St / Meeting St
    ID 52
    57 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Folly Rd / Sol Legare Rd
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1231 Folly Rd
    ID 677
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to James Island
    Walk to
    James Island
    790 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island

The distance between Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd and James Island is approximately 22.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in James Island – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island

To check the bus schedule from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd) and destination (James Island), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island by bus via 12, 10 and 31

To get from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 12 bus from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd station to 2152 Northwoods Blvd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 10 bus and finally take the 31 bus from Mary St / Meeting St station to 1231 Folly Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus schedule from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to James Island on the Moovit app.

170min$4.00
Bus - 1212
Bus - 1010
Bus - 3131
Walk to James Island
Leaves from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    S Antler Dr / Otranto Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    2152 Northwoods Blvd
    ID 404
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rivers Ave / Eagle Landing Blvd
    ID 53
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1010
    Wait for bus
    10
    Mary St / Meeting St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mary St / Meeting St
    ID 52
    57 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Folly Rd / Sol Legare Rd
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1231 Folly Rd
    ID 677
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to James Island
    Walk to
    James Island
    790 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island?

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 11, Bus line 31.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island?

    The alternative route takes 170 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 10, Bus line 31.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd and James Island?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island?

    The 12 bus line goes from Dorchester Rd / Parkgate Dr station near Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd in North Charleston to Dorchester Rd / Leeds Ave Sb (At Shelter) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dorchester Rd / Leeds Ave Sb (At Shelter) station near James Island.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island by bus?

    The total travel time between Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd and James Island by bus is about 2 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to get to James Island?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Dorchester Rd / Parkgate Dr stop near Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd in North Charleston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd and James Island?

    Get off the bus at the Dorchester Rd / Leeds Ave Sb (At Shelter) stop, which is closest to James Island.

  • How much is the bus fare from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island?

    The ride from Dorchester Rd / Ruff Rd to James Island costs $4.00.

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