How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Raleigh start at R 491. The average price for this route is around R 584. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Raleigh?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to Raleigh is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 220 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , CoachRun , Wanda Coach , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Raleigh?

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Raleigh at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Raleigh produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Richmond to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Raleigh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond 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 Richmond to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Richmond to Raleigh from R 371 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 10m	02:55	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
		20:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	23:30	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 17 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:30	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	3h	05:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	Cheapest
11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 40m	14:20	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	05:00	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
00:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
02:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 18 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:30	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	3h	05:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	Cheapest
11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 40m	14:20	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	05:00	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
11:30	Main Street Station	8h 11m	19:41	Union Station	No tags
00:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 19 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:30	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	3h	05:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	Cheapest
11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 40m	14:20	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	05:00	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
00:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
02:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 20 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 40m	14:20	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	05:00	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
00:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
04:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 10m	07:45	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 21 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 10m	02:55	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 40m	14:20	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	05:00	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
11:30	Main Street Station	8h 11m	19:41	Union Station	No tags
00:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 22 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 40m	14:20	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	05:00	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
00:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
18:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 20m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Raleigh on 23 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:30	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	3h	05:30	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	Cheapest
11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 40m	14:20	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	05:00	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
11:30	Main Street Station	8h 11m	19:41	Union Station	No tags
00:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 491, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2h 55mAverage duration

220 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 491 - R 1 840	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 631 - R 7 494	Average duration3h 46m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Raleigh?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
Visit page Map
D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
Map
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
Map
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
Map

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
Map
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 503 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87503 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 517

Greyhound Richmond Raleigh recent customer reviews

The bus smells like urine and 💩 the bus stop was dirty nasty full of drug addict its like in Middleville time the worst experience this is my first time riding the bus and it's my last

Salah Eddine N.

26 January 2024

It was great

Leslie R.

17 October 2024

I only used Greyhound because of the discount tickets on Bus Bub

Scherrie K.

20 February 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512 064 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

CoachRun

3.5/5667 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi2.1

Wanda Coach

2.5/5666 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi1.7

Amtrak

4/55 738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Raleigh start at R 491. The average price for this route is around R 584. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Raleigh?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Raleigh is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 220 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, CoachRun, Wanda Coach, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Raleigh at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Richmond to Raleigh produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Richmond to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Raleigh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond 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 Richmond to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

14/01

R 480

15/01

R 522

Today

R 556

17/01

R 388

18/01

R 413

19/01

R 388

20/01

R 463

21/01

R 413

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of R 388

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

You can expect to pay from R 388 to R 5 504 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 388, which is on 2026-01-17.

Usually Amtrak, Wanda Coach 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.