Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh

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TodayAug 10
TomorrowAug 11
from US$61
TueAug 12
from US$52
WedAug 13
from US$49
ThuAug 14
from US$49
FriAug 15
from US$54
SatAug 16
from US$53
SunAug 17
from US$53

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: 3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
    Operated by: CoachRunCoachRun
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Raleigh Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: 3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
    Operated by: CoachRunCoachRun
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Washington to Raleigh

Bus
Average PriceUS$38 - US$111Average Duration5h 5m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$50 - US$168Average Duration5h 53m
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 bus from Washington to Raleigh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
5h 5mAverage Duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
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
08-08
US$100
08-09
US$56
Today
US$61
08-11
US$53
08-12
US$44
08-13
US$41
08-14
US$42
08-15
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Aug 13, 2025 with a price of US$41

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$41 to US$113 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$41 which is on 2025-08-13.

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 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.

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

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