Find coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Raleigh on 27 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Raleigh Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Raleigh Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
199 Spring Garden St.
Raleigh Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Raleigh Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Raleigh Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh

Bus
Average priceUS$44 - US$153Average duration11h 45m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$63 - US$264Average duration9h 3m
51kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Raleigh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 9 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just US$63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
9h 3mAverage duration
US$63Cheapest ticket
51kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$71
Average bus trip duration11h 45m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure03:10
Distance343 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

Philadelphia to Raleigh Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Raleigh from Philadelphia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Raleigh

  1. How far is Raleigh from Philadelphia by coach?

    The distance between Philadelphia and Raleigh by coach is approximately 346 miles (557 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Philadelphia to Raleigh without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/09
US$50
25/09
US$74
Today
US$81
27/09
US$58
28/09
US$62
29/09
US$49
30/09
US$47
01/10
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh was searched and found on 30 Sept 2025 with a price of US$47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$133 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-09-30.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Philadelphia and Raleigh!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Philadelphia to Raleigh, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Raleigh.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Philadelphia to Raleigh.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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