How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Raleigh start from $136. The average price for this route is around $200. 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 Chicago to Raleigh?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Raleigh is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1021 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Raleigh at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Raleigh generates an estimated 26 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Raleigh from $143 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Raleigh on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:10pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 1h	1:25am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Raleigh on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:10pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	8:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	3:10pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Raleigh on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	8:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	3:10pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Raleigh on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	8:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	3:10pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Raleigh on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	8:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	2:45pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	3:10pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 1h	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Raleigh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 minute, and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d Average Duration

1033 kmDistance

94kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $554	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$151 - $535	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Raleigh?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Raleigh

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,472 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87472 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. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $137

Greyhound Chicago Raleigh recent customer reviews

Didn’t enjoy how delayed my bus was, that i missed my connecting bus

Deja P.

August 7, 2023

Very later, but got me there

Matthew P.

March 1, 2021

FlixBus

3.5/511,856 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11856 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 $136

FlixBus Chicago Raleigh recent customer reviews

I tried to get an exchange for my ticket and was given a difficult time even when the bus was delayed. Never received a exchange

Nesha B.

July 25, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Raleigh start from $136. The average price for this route is around $200. 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 Chicago to Raleigh?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Raleigh is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1021 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Raleigh at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Chicago to Raleigh generates an estimated 26 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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.

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Raleigh was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $163

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

You can expect to pay from $163 to $404 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Raleigh based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2026-01-07.