How to travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, while a flight costs an average of €489.

Distance: 267 miles (430 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC

Compare the available ways to get from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is a bus with an average price of €50.

This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC:

A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC costing on average €106.

A bus is €440 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC costing on average €489.

The fastest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 22m.

Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 47m.

Train takes on average 7h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Baltimore, MD and Raleigh, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €106 compared to roughly €51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€55. The journey takes 7h 7m versus 5h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC

How to get from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • American AirlinesAA2008 · AA782
    1 transfer

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  • Amtrak1153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak79 Carolinian
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak1155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian
    1 transfer
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  • American AirlinesAA1183 · AA1891
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  • American AirlinesAA2945 · AA1381
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2945 · AA1566
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC

Travel to Raleigh, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC.

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There are 3 options to travel between Baltimore, MD and Raleigh, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is a bus with an average price of €50.

This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC:

A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC costing on average €106.

A bus is €440 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC costing on average €489.

The fastest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 22m.

Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 47m.

Train takes on average 7h 37m.

The distance from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is approximately 267 miles (430 km).
The average frequency per day from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Baltimore, MD and Raleigh, NC as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Baltimore/Washington International Airport and arrive in Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD and arrive in Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) and arrive in Raleigh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Raleigh, NC by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Raleigh, NC by bus.
  • Travel with American Airlines, Republic Airlines, psa airlines, skywest airlines, frontier airlines to go to Raleigh, NC by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 8 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 0 direct flights per day with frontier airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Baltimore, MD to Raleigh, NC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Miami, FL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Raleigh, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Raleigh, NC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Raleigh, NC, visitors can explore Raleigh City Market for shopping and dining, enjoy diverse plant collections at JC Raulston Arboretum, and engage in interactive fun at Marbles Kids Museum. Music lovers can attend concerts at Red Hat Amphitheater, while families can have fun at Adventure Landing with mini-golf and go-karts. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the North Carolina Museum of Art, and outdoor lovers can visit Pullen Park for playgrounds and pedal boats or hike through William B. Umstead State Park. For a mix of history and nature, Historic Yates Mill County Park offers scenic trails and a glimpse into the past with a restored gristmill. The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences provides educational exhibits on natural history.
To explore Raleigh, NC, three days is ideal to visit key attractions such as the North Carolina Museum of Art, Pullen Park, and the State Capitol, while also enjoying the local dining scene and vibrant neighborhoods.
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