The cheapest and fastest buses from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 2 buses that leave Raleigh, NC for Fredericksburg, VA on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 300 km distance in an average of 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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.
5:30 AM8h45Raleigh, NC2:15 PMFredericksburg, VA$681One-way0 transfers
1:55 AM9h40Raleigh, NC11:35 AMFredericksburg, VA$691One-way0 transfers
5:30 AM8h45Raleigh, NC2:15 PMFredericksburg, VA$681One-way0 transfers
1:55 AM9h40Raleigh, NC11:35 AMFredericksburg, VA$691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $242.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $329 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m 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 Fredericksburg, VA:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA costing on average $77 (€63).
A train is $257 (€211) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA costing on average $329 (€270).
Other travel options to Fredericksburg, VA take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 14m.
Bus takes on average 9h 32m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Live departures
Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:55 AM Raleigh, NC | 9h40 | 11:35 AM Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Raleigh, NC | 8h45 | 2:15 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA
Buses from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:05. The fastest bus covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 10:05 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
FAQs: Bus from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raleigh, NC to Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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