How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Raleigh start from $72. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 Newark to Raleigh?

The average bus travel time from Newark to Raleigh is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 672 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Raleigh at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Newark to Raleigh generates an estimated 17 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 Newark to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4417 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Raleigh from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Raleigh on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:50pm	Newark Penn Station	9h 40m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:00am	Newark Penn Station	10h 20m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Newark Penn Station	10h 40m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:40pm	Newark Penn Station	10h 30m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Newark Penn Station	10h	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Raleigh on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Newark Penn Station	10h	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:50pm	Newark Penn Station	9h 40m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:50am	Newark Penn Station	10h 25m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00am	Newark Penn Station	11h 40m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Newark Penn Station	10h 40m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Raleigh on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00am	Newark Penn Station	10h 20m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:50pm	Newark Penn Station	9h 40m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:50am	Newark Penn Station	10h 25m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00am	Newark Penn Station	11h 40m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:40pm	Newark Penn Station	10h 15m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Raleigh on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:50pm	Newark Penn Station	9h 40m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:50am	Newark Penn Station	10h 25m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00am	Newark Penn Station	11h 40m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Newark Penn Station	10h 20m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Newark Penn Station	10h 40m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Raleigh on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:50am	Newark Penn Station	10h 25m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:50pm	Newark Penn Station	9h 40m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00am	Newark Penn Station	11h 40m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Newark Penn Station	10h 20m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Newark Penn Station	10h 40m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:50 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark 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 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

10h 40mAverage Duration

672 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$72 - $344	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$116 - $1,683	Average Duration10h 27m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Raleigh?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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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

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87431 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 $73

Greyhound Newark Raleigh recent customer reviews

Horrible customer service at the depots. They always seemed put out to answer any questions

Jesse R.

January 2, 2020

Really bad .very disappointed . Greyhound charged more for no transfer service but we had to get off the buses during the travel . Buses started very late and no notification was provided .

Sreelatha N.

February 20, 2018

Too much noise and bad smell

Alisson Y.

January 9, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54,419 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Raleigh start from $72. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 Newark to Raleigh?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Raleigh is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 672 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Raleigh at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Newark to Raleigh generates an estimated 17 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 Newark to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4417 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Raleigh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

12-13

$122

12-14

$137

Today

$122

12-16

$105

12-17

$79

12-18

$73

12-19

$115

12-20

$122

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $73

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

You can expect to pay from $73 to $209 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually 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.