Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh

Today3 Aug
from US$77
Tomorrow4 Aug
from US$62
Tue5 Aug
from US$52
Wed6 Aug
from US$52
Thu7 Aug
from US$45
Fri8 Aug
from US$45
Sat9 Aug
from US$55
Sun10 Aug
from US$53

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: 3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
    Operated by: CoachRunCoachRun
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: 1127 Ileagnes Road
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Washington to Raleigh

Bus
Average priceUS$38 - US$114Average 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$55
Average bus trip duration5h 5m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure00:01
Distance231 miles
Latest bus departure22:15

Washington to Raleigh Bus

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

  1. What's the distance between Washington and Raleigh by coach?

    The distance between Washington and Raleigh by coach is approximately 233 miles (376 km).

  2. How can I get from Washington to Raleigh without driving?

    You can travel to Raleigh from Washington by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/08
US$120
02/08
US$120
Today
US$69
04/08
US$54
05/08
US$44
06/08
US$44
07/08
US$38
08/08
US$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on 7 Aug 2025 with a price of US$38

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$38 to US$120 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$38, which is on 2025-08-07.

Usually 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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Raleigh will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to Raleigh.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh?

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