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North Carolina Museum of Art
Major art museum with collections spanning ancient to contemporary works, plus a large outdoor park with public art and trails.
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 43 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 14 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Raleigh, NC on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 556 km distance in an average of 8 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $158.
Distance: 345 miles (556 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $421 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC:
A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC costing on average $126 (€102).
A bus is $334 (€269) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC costing on average $421 (€339).
Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 49m.
Bus takes on average 9h 49m.
Tickets start at around $87 (€70) compared to roughly $89 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $1 (€1). The journey takes 9h 49m versus 7h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $100 |
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 3:10 AM Philadelphia Bus Station | 9h05 | 12:15 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 15h20 | 9:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:30 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 14h00 | 11:30 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Philadelphia Bus Station | 11h20 | 9:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 2:00 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 15h35 | 5:35 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:30 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 9h00 | 11:30 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 9h20 | 3:10 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 8h25 | 2:55 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 8:10 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 12h30 | 8:40 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 8:30 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 9h05 | 5:35 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 9h45 | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:00 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 8h00 | 6:00 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:30 PM Philadelphia Bus Station | 13h45 | 12:15 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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· | 2:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 10h15 | 12:15 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC run on average 19 times per day, taking around 9h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 345 miles (556 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 345 miles (556 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Raleigh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Raleigh trip today.
Major art museum with collections spanning ancient to contemporary works, plus a large outdoor park with public art and trails.
One of the Southeast's leading natural history museums, known for dinosaur exhibits, live animals, and a research-focused science center.
State history museum covering North Carolina's past through artifacts, military history, sports, and changing temporary exhibitions.
One of the oldest public parks in the United States, loved for its carousel, lake, trains, and broad family-friendly green space.
Expansive urban park with skyline views, open lawns, seasonal sunflowers, and major popularity for walks, picnics, and photos.
Large forested park on the edge of Raleigh offering lakes, hiking, cycling, and one of the area's best nature escapes.
Slow-smoked whole hog chopped fine and dressed with a tangy vinegar-pepper sauce. It is one of North Carolina's most iconic regional foods and widely celebrated around Raleigh.
Chopped smoked pork served on a bun, often topped with slaw. This is a classic way locals eat North Carolina barbecue, especially at longtime casual spots.
Deep-fried cornmeal dumplings commonly served with North Carolina barbecue. They are a beloved side across the Raleigh area and Southern piedmont.
Respected neighborhood restaurant offering refined Southern-influenced American cuisine, thoughtful cocktails, and a warm upscale atmosphere.
Longtime Raleigh institution best known for hearty Southern breakfasts, biscuits, country ham, and a classic old-school local feel.
Established Raleigh favorite known for elevated comfort food, seasonal Southern cooking, and a stylish diner atmosphere. Famous for macaroni au gratin and creative plates.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Dining and coffee are reasonable, while hotels can rise during events and peak weekends.
Tip 18-20% at full-service restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

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