The cheapest and fastest buses from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
641 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 1 buses that leave Raleigh, NC for Akron, OH on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 641 km distance in an average of 16 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 16 h 45 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.
10:15 PM16h45Raleigh, NC3:00 PMAkron, OH$1731One-way0 transfers
10:15 PM16h45Raleigh, NC3:00 PMAkron, OH$1731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $159. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $159, and a train costs an average of $239.
Distance: 398 miles (641 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price Cheapest | $203 Average price | $273 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 15m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 52m Average total duration 16h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH costing on average $203 (€164).
A bus is $106 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH costing on average $273 (€221).
Other travel options to Akron, OH take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 22m.
Bus takes on average 16h 45m.
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Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator GoRaleigh | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator GoRaleigh | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 32h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $173 |
Live departures
Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 PM Raleigh, NC | 17h00 | 11:00 AM Akron, OH | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH
Buses from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $159 (€129) but you can travel from only $75 (€60) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 398 miles (641 km) distance in 16h 45m.
Distance 398 miles (641 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $159 (€129) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 45m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: GoRaleigh from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OHYou can travel by bus between Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH with GoRaleigh for as low as $75 (€60). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raleigh, NC to Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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