How much does a bus ticket from Raleigh to Boston cost?

The bus ticket price from Raleigh to Boston starts at R 1 122. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Raleigh to Boston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Raleigh to Boston?

The average travel time between Raleigh and Boston is around 17h, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 983 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Raleigh and Boston?

The number of buses from Raleigh to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Raleigh to Boston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Raleigh to Boston?

When taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston?

Buses travelling between Raleigh and Boston leave from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station or Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station and arrive at Back Bay Station, South Station, North Station.

Bus Raleigh to Boston from R 993 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:15	Raleigh Bus Station	17h 10m	11:25	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
15:15	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	16h 5m	07:20	Brookline	Fastest
21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	17h 15m	14:35	Boston (South Station)	No tags
15:15	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	18h 10m	09:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	16h 20m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 40m	12:00	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	16h 50m	17:55	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	18h	23:35	Boston (South Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	17h 20m	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 5m	15:10	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	17h 20m	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	16h 20m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 25m	19:20	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	17h 55m	23:30	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:15	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	16h 5m	07:20	Brookline	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 5m	15:10	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	16h	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	16h 20m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 25m	19:20	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Boston on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	16h 50m	05:40	Brookline	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 5m	15:10	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	16h	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	16h 20m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	21h 25m	19:20	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:50 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

17hAverage duration

973 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 122 - R 5 605	Average duration17h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 134 - R 11 100	Average duration23h 57m	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Bus Raleigh to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 2 043

Average bus trip duration17h

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure00:55

Distance972 km

Latest bus departure21:55

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 184 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 350 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87350 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 R 1 122

Greyhound Raleigh Boston recent customer reviews

The driver had an attitude and was very unprofessional made me really uncomfortable to the point where I dont ever want to take the greyhound ever again.

Edwin M.

1 September 2019

Toilets were dirty

Barbara O.

29 June 2025

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

Raleigh to Boston Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Raleigh to Boston from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Raleigh to Boston, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Boston?

Stops in Raleigh

A - Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station

B - Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in Boston

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Raleigh - Boston, MA, US

How much does a bus ticket from Raleigh to Boston cost?
The bus ticket price from Raleigh to Boston starts at R 1 122. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Raleigh to Boston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Raleigh to Boston?
The average travel time between Raleigh and Boston is around 17h, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 983 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Raleigh and Boston?
The number of buses from Raleigh to Boston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Raleigh to Boston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Raleigh to Boston?
When taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston?
Buses travelling between Raleigh and Boston leave from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station or Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station and arrive at Back Bay Station, South Station, North Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/11

R 3 436

03/11

R 2 846

Today

R 2 864

05/11

R 1 915

06/11

R 1 987

07/11

R 2 130

08/11

R 1 862

09/11

R 2 201

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 08 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 862

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 862 to R 4 045 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 862, which is on 2025-11-08.

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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Raleigh to Boston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time17h	Avg priceR 2 043	Daily departures15
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time23h 57m	Avg priceR 2 523	Daily departures6

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