Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh

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TodayJul 25
from US$64
TomorrowJul 26
from US$45
SunJul 27
from US$44
MonJul 28
from US$55
TueJul 29
from US$41
WedJul 30
from US$48
ThuJul 31
from US$43
FriAug 1
from US$53

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
    Arrival time: July 26 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: 3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
    Operated by: CoachRunCoachRun
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
    Arrival time: July 26 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: 1127 Ileagnes Road
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 26 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 26 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
    Arrival time: July 26 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Washington to Raleigh

Bus
Average PriceUS$38 - US$151Average Duration5h 5m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$49 - US$168Average Duration6h 14m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$67 - US$67Average Duration4h 45m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the shuttle from Washington to Raleigh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day
4h 45mAverage Duration
US$67Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$71
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 5m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure12:01am
Distance372 km
Latest bus departure10:15pm

Washington to Raleigh Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Raleigh

  1. How far is Washington from Raleigh?

    The distance covered from Washington to Raleigh is 376 km (233 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Raleigh?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Union Station, in Washington, and end it at Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station, in Raleigh.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-23
US$78
07-24
US$48
Today
US$39
07-26
US$38
07-27
US$36
07-28
US$47
07-29
US$41
07-30
US$40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Jul 27, 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$131 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36 which is on 2025-07-27.

Usually FlixBus Inc., iLIKEBUS 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Washington and Raleigh!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Washington to Raleigh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Raleigh will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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