How to travel from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD

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

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 an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 28m. 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 €45, while a flight costs an average of €236.

Distance: 267 miles (430 km)

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€82

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€45

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€236

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5h 28m

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Fastest

4h 58m

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30m

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6h 52m

Average total duration

6h 22m

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6h 30m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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1.3 - 2.6kg

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Greyhound

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American Airlines

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from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:40 AM6h30
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    8:10 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    531One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:40 AM6h30
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    8:10 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    531One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1753 · AA2152
    8:54 AM4h10
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    1:04 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    3561One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Amtrak40 Floridian · 158 Northeast Regional
    9:17 AM9h40
    Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    6:57 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    941One-way
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak80 Carolinian
    10:28 AM7h34
    Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    6:02 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    1161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:50 AM6h35
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    9:25 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    10:45 AM7h10
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    5:55 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    551One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    5:50 AM6h00
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    11:50 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    561One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA2704 · AA2855
    4:18 PM4h26
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    8:44 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    3561One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2688 · AA1209
    12:51 PM4h54
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    5:45 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    3561One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1897 · AA2855
    2:47 PM5h57
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    8:44 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    3561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD

Travel to Baltimore, MD 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 Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Raleigh, NC and Baltimore, MD including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of €45.

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

A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average €82.

A bus is €191 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average €236.

The fastest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 5h 28m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 30m.

Bus takes on average 6h 52m.

The distance from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD is approximately 267 miles (430 km).
The average frequency per day from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Raleigh, NC and Baltimore, MD 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 Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD:
  • Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Baltimore/Washington International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC and arrive in Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD.
  • Buses mostly depart from Raleigh, Bus Station and arrive in Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with American Airlines to go to Baltimore, MD by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, GoRaleigh to go to Baltimore, MD by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Baltimore, MD by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Raleigh, NC to Baltimore, MD often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Baltimore, MD and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Baltimore, MD to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Baltimore, MD, you can explore Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques. Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, which offers beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda. Attend a Broadway show or concert at the beautifully restored Hippodrome Theatre. Visit the Maryland Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, or explore the Walters Art Museum's diverse collection of art. Discover the city's best sights, including the historic Fort McHenry National Monument, the renowned National Aquarium, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the vibrant Inner Harbor with its shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center and American Visionary Art Museum.
To fully explore Baltimore, MD, and its key attractions like the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, and various museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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