What's the distance between Charlotte and Raleigh by coach?

The distance between Charlotte and Raleigh by coach is approximately 130 miles (209 km).

How can I get from Charlotte to Raleigh without driving?

The best way to go from Charlotte to Raleigh without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Charlotte to Raleigh from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Raleigh on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:45	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:15	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 45m	15:00	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 20m	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 35m	16:55	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Raleigh on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 40m	05:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	4h 25m	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 20m	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:15	Queen City Dr	3h 15m	00:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Raleigh on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 20m	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 40m	05:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	4h 25m	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 30m	15:10	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags
Bus	21:15	Queen City Dr	3h 15m	00:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Raleigh on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 40m	05:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	4h 25m	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 20m	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:15	Queen City Dr	3h 15m	00:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Raleigh on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 40m	05:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	4h 25m	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 20m	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:15	Queen City Dr	3h 15m	00:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Raleigh on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 40m	05:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	4h 25m	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 30m	15:10	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Raleigh on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:25	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 40m	05:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	4h 25m	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:45	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 45m	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:15	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 45m	15:00	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:05 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte 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 3 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 16mAverage duration

128 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£25 - £63	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£26 - £26	Average duration3h 16m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Raleigh?

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
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B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

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

3.5/587,400 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87400 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £25

Greyhound Charlotte Raleigh recent customer reviews

The bus leaving Charlotte was 50 minutes late

Judy M.

31 December 2019

Great service com table, clean

Jonnie E.

7 January 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

CoachRun

3.5/5657 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi2.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh

What's the distance between Charlotte and Raleigh by coach?
The distance between Charlotte and Raleigh by coach is approximately 130 miles (209 km).
How can I get from Charlotte to Raleigh without driving?
The best way to go from Charlotte to Raleigh without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. 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

25/11

£43

26/11

£38

Today

£31

28/11

£30

29/11

£30

30/11

£31

01/12

£26

02/12

£24

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £24

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

You can expect to pay from £24 to £86 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound 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.