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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
$98
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
17 h 50 m
Average duration
19 h 15 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
791 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC without transferring at least once.
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· Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $96, and a flight costs an average of $92.
Distance: 491 miles (791 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$183 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price |
19h 22m Average total duration 18h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC:
A bus is $28 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC costing on average $211.
Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 52m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 21h21 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
The table below shows live departures for Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 3:40 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 20h35 | 12:15 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 32h25 | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 22h00 | 9:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 21h21 | 9:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 11:59 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 31h46 | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 21h00 | 9:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 20h00 | 11:30 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:50 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 19h40 | 11:30 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 21h25 | 2:55 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 21h10 | 2:55 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 21h15 | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 18h10 | 4:40 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:50 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 17h50 | 4:40 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 20h55 | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 1:05 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 23h10 | 12:15 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC run on average 11 times per day, taking around 18h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $96 but you can travel from only $92 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 491 miles (791 km) distance in 19h 5m.
Distance 491 miles (791 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 19h 5m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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 Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY to Raleigh, NC buses use the Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal to Raleigh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon). Use this guide to compare Buffalo, NY and Raleigh, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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