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North Carolina Museum of Art
Premier art museum with global collections, major exhibitions, and a large sculpture park that makes it a top cultural stop.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
$57
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$62
Fastest journey on Oct 16
5 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
6 h 9 m
Buses on Oct 16
12
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 12 buses from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC, including 8 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 6 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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· Buses from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC buses for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h50 | 11:30 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 7h05 | 12:05 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h25 | 2:55 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h15 | 3:10 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 10h05 | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 7h00 | 4:40 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h50 | 4:30 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:25 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h10 | 5:35 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 12:10 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 5h50 | 6:00 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h10 | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 2:20 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h20 | 8:40 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 6h25 | 12:15 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 7h25 | 2:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 7h15 | 9:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Discover the best of Raleigh, NC — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Raleigh, NC trip today.
Premier art museum with global collections, major exhibitions, and a large sculpture park that makes it a top cultural stop.
One of the Southeast's best natural history museums, featuring dinosaurs, research labs, and family-friendly exhibits across two buildings.
Interactive museum covering North Carolina's military past with aircraft, artifacts, and stories spanning colonial times to today.
Lively warehouse district with murals, shops, event spaces, and nightlife. It is one of Raleigh's most popular modern walking areas.
Beloved city park with an antique carousel, train ride, and shaded paths. Ideal for families and a classic local outing.
Scenic art-and-nature trail linking museum grounds with outdoor sculptures, woods, and open fields for an easy cultural walk.
Eastern North Carolina chopped pork barbecue is smoked whole hog with a tangy vinegar-pepper sauce, a defining regional staple widely loved around Raleigh.
Barbecue hushpuppies are crisp fried cornmeal dumplings, a classic side with Carolina barbecue and seafood across the Raleigh area.
Fried green tomatoes are tart unripe tomato slices breaded and fried, a Southern favorite often served as an appetizer in Raleigh restaurants.
Long-running fine dining destination celebrated for upscale Southern cuisine, garden herbs, and a romantic historic setting.
Popular casual spot for biscuits, Southern breakfast plates, and local comfort food with a lively neighborhood feel.
Beloved local brewpub offering house beers and hearty pub food, reflecting Raleigh's strong craft beer culture.
Moderate for a U.S. city: hotels and dining are usually lower than NYC or DC, but car, rideshare, and limited transit can raise visitor costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes if service is provided.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Raleigh, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC buses use the Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) to Raleigh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon). Use this guide to compare Baltimore, MD and Raleigh, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) is 2 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
Available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station): Fully accessible for wheelchairs.
Raleigh, Bus Station is 4 km from Raleigh city centre. Public transport options include:
Raleigh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Raleigh, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Raleigh, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Raleigh, Bus Station.
Available at Raleigh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Raleigh, Bus Station: Station is accessible via ramps.
Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon) is 6 km from Raleigh city centre. Public transport options include:
Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon). ATMs are available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon).
Ticket office support is available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon).
Available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon): Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
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