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Can you Uber from Charleston to Folly Beach?

Taxi & Rideshare From Folly Beach To Charleston Although some local taxi companies advertize a beach shuttle, pricing is essentially the same as for a regular metered taxi. Expect to pay around $15-$25 each way for a standard Uber or Lyft ride from downtown Charleston to Folly Beach, or $30-$40 for a larger vehicle.



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The best way to get from Charleston to Folly Beach without a car is to line 31 bus which takes 42 min and costs $7 - $10. How long does it take to get from Charleston to Folly Beach? It takes approximately 42 min to get from Charleston to Folly Beach, including transfers.

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Bus Service From Charleston To Folly Beach CARTA's infrequent Route 31 – Folly Road bus goes out to James Island, reaching most – but not all – of the way from peninsular Charleston to Folly Beach.

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The fastest way to get from Charleston International Airport to Folly Beach is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $7.

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Your ride just got cheaper. In early September, Uber dropped its base rate for Charleston from $1.75 per mile to $1.25 per mile. Great news!

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A few steps from the beach, downtown Folly features an eclectic array of locally owned stores and restaurants. Fun bohemian clothing, beach knick-knacks and surf shops are mixed with fantastic seafood restaurants, casual cafes and one-of-a-kind bars.

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October 2020: The pier closes for the reconstruction project. December 2022: The new Folly Beach Pier opens at 25-ft wide and 1,049-ft long. January 2023: The pier closes for parking lot renovations and Folly Pier Fest is announced.

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Folly is an easy beach to visit and to love, with enough natural beauty to justify driving out, and plenty of amenities and restaurants within an easy walking distance.

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Can I get around Charleston without a car? Yes, the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) provides bus transportation throughout the region. There is also a free trolley that provides transportation throughout the historic district when visiting. See above for more info.

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Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Folly River, visitors enjoy six miles of wide beaches, surfing, fishing, biking, kayaking, boating, eco-tours, and sea wildlife including several endangered species.

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NO POSSESSION OR CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL ALLOWED ON BEACH. NO GLASS is allowed on the beach.

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Visitors flock to Folly Beach for the same things its residents enjoy. You'll find excellent pier and surf fishing, an enticing variety of restaurants and bars, live music, and some of the best surfing on the east coast.

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All of the beaches on Folly Island are superb, but, arguably the Folly Beach County Park, at the island's west end, is perhaps the best with amenities like 2,500 feet of ocean frontage, picnic areas and boogie board, bicycle, umbrella and chair rentals available between Labor Day and Memorial Day.

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In summary The French Quarter is the best area to stay in Charleston, SC for first-time visitors who want to be steps from Rainbow Row, the most picturesque streets, and the top sights. Marion Square is ideal for those focusing on shopping and dining at the top restaurants.

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