How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Raleigh start from $115. The average price for this route is around $192. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Raleigh?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Raleigh is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 977 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Raleigh?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Raleigh at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Raleigh?

A bus trip from Boston to Raleigh generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Boston to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Raleigh?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Boston to Raleigh from $105 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Raleigh on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	23h 30m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	15h 20m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	Boston (South Station)	16h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	15h 25m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	15h 45m	8:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Raleigh on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	15h 20m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00am	Boston (South Station)	15h 20m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00am	Boston (South Station)	15h 30m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	15h 25m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	19h 50m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Raleigh on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45am	Boston (South Station)	18h 50m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	15h 20m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00am	Boston (South Station)	15h 30m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	15h 25m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15am	Boston (South Station)	16h 55m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Raleigh on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	22h	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	15h 20m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:20am	Boston (South Station)	16h 10m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	18h	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	23h 30m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Raleigh on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	18h	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	15h 20m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	19h 5m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:20am	Boston (South Station)	16h 10m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	23h 30m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Raleigh on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	23h 30m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	15h 20m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	19h 5m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Boston (South Station)	16h 40m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:05pm	Boston (South Station)	15h 25m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:04 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

16h 40mAverage Duration

977 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$115 - $509	Average Duration16h 40m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$145 - $1,274	Average Duration22h 21m	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Raleigh?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
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D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
Map
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
Map

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
Map
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,493 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,000 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 12000 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $116

FlixBus Boston Raleigh recent customer reviews

Very terrible. I had to reschedule all my appointments because the bus was two hours late and Ilost my connecting flight

Barbara O.

October 11, 2025

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Raleigh by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Raleigh start from $115. The average price for this route is around $192. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Raleigh?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Raleigh is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 977 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Raleigh at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Boston to Raleigh generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Raleigh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-09

$180

01-10

$179

Today

$180

01-12

$176

01-13

$189

01-14

$207

01-15

$162

01-16

$185

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $162

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $162 to $277 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2026-01-15.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.