How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh start from $62. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Raleigh is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 554 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Raleigh at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh from $64 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 45m	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	12h 30m	8:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 45m	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 45m	7:45am	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:08 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Raleigh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 9 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

9h 28mAverage Duration

556 kmDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $360	Average Duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$88 - $1,730	Average Duration9h 28m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Raleigh?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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

FlixBus

3.5/511,735 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87451 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 $62

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Philadelphia Raleigh recent customer reviews

I got bit by bed bugs and had to throw things away

Atiyyah B.

June 7, 2025

Smooth and clear

Alexandra E.

May 1, 2023

Late but they kept apologizing.

Sandie L.

August 21, 2019

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh start from $62. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Raleigh is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 554 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Raleigh at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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

12-23

$205

12-24

$146

Today

$129

12-26

$167

12-27

$138

12-28

$111

12-29

$122

12-30

$111

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $111

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

You can expect to pay from $111 to $393 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $111 which is on 2025-12-28.

Usually Greyhound, 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.