Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to Raleigh, NC will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 8 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Raleigh, NC on Tue, Jul 15, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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 Richmond, VA to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
Bus | Most popular Train |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h45 | 7:10 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 3h10 | 11:50 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h55 | 12:10 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h45 | 12:25 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
You can travel by bus to Raleigh, NC from Richmond, VA with Greyhound and FlixBus for as low as $40 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
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