How far is Raleigh from Chicago by coach?

The journey from Chicago to Raleigh by coach covers an approximate distance of 641 miles (1033 km).

Is there a way to reach Raleigh from Chicago without flying?

To travel from Chicago to Raleigh without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Chicago to Raleigh from £70 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Raleigh on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	14:45	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 11h	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Raleigh on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	14:45	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Raleigh on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	14:45	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	08:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Raleigh on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	14:45	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	00:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Raleigh on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	14:45	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Raleigh on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	14:45	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h	14:45	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	12:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 1 day, 1 minute and with fares starting at just £84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d Average duration

640 milesDistance

94kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£76 - £296	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£84 - £636	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Raleigh?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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

3.5/587,388 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87388 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 £76

Greyhound Chicago Raleigh recent customer reviews

Didn’t enjoy how delayed my bus was, that i missed my connecting bus

Deja P.

7 August 2023

Very later, but got me there

Matthew P.

1 March 2021

FlixBus

3.5/511,401 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11401 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £76

FlixBus Chicago Raleigh recent customer reviews

I tried to get an exchange for my ticket and was given a difficult time even when the bus was delayed. Never received a exchange

Nesha B.

25 July 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Raleigh

How far is Raleigh from Chicago by coach?
The journey from Chicago to Raleigh by coach covers an approximate distance of 641 miles (1033 km).
Is there a way to reach Raleigh from Chicago without flying?
To travel from Chicago to Raleigh without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/11

£141

21/11

£157

Today

£148

23/11

£133

24/11

£130

25/11

£144

26/11

£86

27/11

£108

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Raleigh was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £86

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

You can expect to pay from £86 to £267 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £86, which is on 2025-11-26.