How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Raleigh start from $59. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Atlanta to Raleigh?

The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Raleigh is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 576 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Raleigh at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Atlanta to Raleigh generates an estimated 14 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 Atlanta 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 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Raleigh from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Raleigh on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 50m	12:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 25m	5:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 5m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 20m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	8h 20m	5:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Raleigh on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 50m	12:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 25m	5:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 5m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 20m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	8h 20m	5:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Raleigh on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h	12:15am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45pm	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 25m	5:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 5m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 20m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 50m	12:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Raleigh on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 50m	12:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45pm	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 25m	5:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 5m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 25m	1:25am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 50m	4:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Raleigh on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 50m	12:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45pm	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 30m	5:15am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 5m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 25m	1:25am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 50m	4:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Raleigh on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 20m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 30m	5:15am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 5m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 25m	1:25am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	8h 25m	5:15am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Raleigh on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 50m	12:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45pm	Atlanta Bus Station	7h 30m	5:15am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 5m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Atlanta Bus Station	8h 20m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	8h 25m	5:15am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta 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 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

8h 20mAverage Duration

576 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$59 - $234	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$134 - $210	Average Duration11h 36m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Raleigh?

Stops in Atlanta

A
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
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B
Atlanta Airport
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C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, 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

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to 11 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the power outlets, but some complained about the temperature. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $61

Greyhound Atlanta Raleigh recent customer reviews

Passengers need to be shown the actual bus to enter. Also, a passenger smoked Vapour in the bus

Innocent U.

August 24, 2022

Bus was cancelled at 2am and would have had to wait until 11am until the next one, booked with megabus got me there quicker, cheaper and no cancellations

Lincoln S.

April 23, 2018

Bus never arrived. Cancelled my ticket and booked a flight ticket. Worst experience. Waste of time and money.Would love to give zero stars but no option

Shweta J.

April 7, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Raleigh start from $59. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Atlanta to Raleigh?
The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Raleigh is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 576 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Raleigh at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Raleigh generates an estimated 14 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 Atlanta 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-26

$224

11-27

$125

Today

$159

11-29

$118

11-30

$138

12-01

$98

12-02

$89

12-03

$75

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $75

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

You can expect to pay from $75 to $224 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus 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.