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

The bus ticket price from Raleigh to Philadelphia starts at R 972. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

The average travel time between Raleigh and Philadelphia is around 12h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 557 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Raleigh to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 40 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

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

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

Buses travelling between Raleigh and Philadelphia leave from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station or Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

Bus Raleigh to Philadelphia from R 916 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 25m	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 20m	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 55m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 30m	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	12:50	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 55m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 25m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	13:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	14:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 15m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 25m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	13:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	14:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 25m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	13:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	14:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 25m	12:30	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	13:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	14:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 25m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	13:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	14:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 50m	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	01:05	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	13:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	14:55	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	02:50	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:02 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 972, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

12h 45mAverage duration

554 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 972 - R 3 403	Average duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 298 - R 31 623	Average duration9h 46m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87382 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 972

Greyhound Raleigh Philadelphia recent customer reviews

It was awful. All staff members were rude and disorganized. We left late, the bus from Raleigh to Richmond was overcrowded, old, smelly, and falling apart. The only seat left for me was under a duct-taped leak that continued to drip on me the entire time. From Richmond to Philadelphia it was much better.

Rachel M.

16 July 2018

Everything was fine.

Kyle C.

3 June 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 371 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Philadelphia?

Stops in Raleigh

A - Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station

B - Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia cost?
The bus ticket price from Raleigh to Philadelphia starts at R 972. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The average travel time between Raleigh and Philadelphia is around 12h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 557 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Raleigh and Philadelphia?
The number of buses from Raleigh to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 40 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
When taking the bus from Raleigh to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
Buses travelling between Raleigh and Philadelphia leave from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station or Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

17/11

R 1 357

18/11

R 1 269

Today

R 1 234

20/11

R 1 269

21/11

R 1 621

22/11

R 1 198

23/11

R 1 392

24/11

R 1 718

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 198

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 198 to R 2 396 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 198, which is on 2025-11-22.

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.