How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Raleigh start from $36. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Raleigh?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Raleigh is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 231 miles (372 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , CoachRun , Wanda Coach .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Raleigh at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Raleigh generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Washington to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Washington to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Raleigh from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:00am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	4h 30m	5:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h 59m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
	Bus	12:30am	Union Station	5h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:35am	Union Station	4h 55m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	13h 50m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:00am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	4h 30m	5:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h 59m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
	Bus	12:30am	Union Station	5h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:35am	Union Station	4h 55m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	13h 50m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Union Station	5h 5m	11:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	4h 30m	5:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	Fastest
Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h 59m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Union Station	5h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:35am	Union Station	4h 55m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:00am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	4h 30m	5:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h 59m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
	Bus	12:30am	Union Station	5h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:35am	Union Station	4h 55m	6:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	13h 50m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

231 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $146	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $168	Average Duration5h 53m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Raleigh?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, 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

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Washington Raleigh recent customer reviews

Awful! The bus never came to our stop, staff didn’t know anything about it, waiting 4 hours in the cold for a bus to arrive. Had to continuously ask about the status, some members of the staff just answered with “ I don’t know. The drivers were very nice and helpful. The rest of the staff had horrible attitude

Maria R.

November 28, 2019

The Greyhound transfer point at Richmond is good and air-conditioned with facilities for passengers to wait for connecting bus. The Greyhound bus station at Raleigh is also very good. Got Uber at 50% discount. Overall, good experience, considering that my journey was overnight.

Vijayanand Y.

November 18, 2019

The bus left late because the driver decided to wait for a passenger’s friend who was on the way. The friend never arrived and it wasn’t fair to make the rest of the passengers wait. We all had connecting buses. Additionally, someone smoked in the bathroom bus with no repercussions.

Loretta V.

July 27, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

CoachRun

3.5/5657 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.2

Based on 657 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. CoachRun ticket prices on this trip start at $44

CoachRun Washington Raleigh recent customer reviews

We arrived an hour late! The break was the first stop after boarding in DC & we didn't stay parked long. I appreciate the price but sometimes it's a reassurance that all things cheap aren't good.

The G.

July 17, 2025

Enjoyed - timing of the bus. Not enjoyed - untidy and smell. Single seat occupant sleeping in both seats. Messy bus

Darshi Deepak K.

June 15, 2025

Wanda Coach

2.5/5650 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Raleigh start from $36. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Raleigh?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Raleigh is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 231 miles (372 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, CoachRun, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Raleigh at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Washington to Raleigh generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Raleigh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Washington to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

11/26

$113

11/27

$54

Today

$37

11/29

$36

11/30

$58

12/01

$51

12/02

$41

12/03

$33

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $183 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus, 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.