- Must visit
The Walters Art Museum
Major art museum with collections spanning ancient to modern works. A top cultural stop in Mount Vernon and especially strong for medieval art, manuscripts, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 4 buses that leave Raleigh, NC for Baltimore, MD on Thu, Jun 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 267 miles (430 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price | $321 Average price |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
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 Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average $131 (€106).
A bus is $251 (€203) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average $321 (€259).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 57m.
Bus takes on average 6h 22m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:50 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 6h00 | 11:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 7h10 | 5:55 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 6h40 | 7:40 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 7h15 | 10:30 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 6h05 | 12:20 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 9:20 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 6h15 | 3:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 6h15 | 4:10 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
![]() | 1:55 AM Raleigh, NC | 6h15 | 8:10 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 AM Raleigh, NC | 6h15 | 8:35 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Major art museum with collections spanning ancient to modern works. A top cultural stop in Mount Vernon and especially strong for medieval art, manuscripts, and decorative arts.
Leading art museum known for its Cone Collection, contemporary art, and sculpture garden. Highly regarded by locals and visitors and located near Johns Hopkins University.
Distinctive museum devoted to self-taught and outsider art. Its playful architecture and inventive exhibitions make it one of Baltimore's most memorable museum visits.
Baltimore's best-known visitor district with waterfront promenades, harbor views, museums, and easy access to major attractions. A central must-visit area for first-time visitors.
Historic waterfront neighborhood with cobblestone streets, harbor views, and lively local character. Popular for walking, photography, and maritime atmosphere.
Popular hilltop park overlooking the harbor and downtown skyline. One of the city's classic viewpoints and a frequent social media photo location.
Broiled or lightly fried cakes made with sweet blue crab meat and minimal filler. They are one of Baltimore’s signature dishes and a classic Chesapeake Bay specialty.
Whole blue crabs steamed with a heavy coating of Maryland-style seasoning, often eaten by hand at paper-covered tables. This is one of Baltimore’s most iconic social meals.
A rich soup made with crab meat, cream, and Maryland seasonings. It is a beloved regional starter in Baltimore seafood restaurants.
Upscale fine-dining restaurant known for refined Lowcountry-inspired cuisine and polished service. One of Baltimore’s most established special-occasion destinations.
Popular waterfront restaurant in Fells Point known for oysters, lobster rolls, and carefully prepared seafood. Bustling but polished, with strong local and visitor appeal.
Historic Lexington Market seafood counter famous for jumbo lump crab cakes. Casual, lively, and one of the city’s best-known places for classic Baltimore seafood.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Casual dining is affordable, while hotels, parking, and fine dining can raise daily costs.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Round up for casual services.
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