Bus from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Raleigh to Washington on 7 December
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3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
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Raleigh Bus Station
Union Station
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3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
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Raleigh Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Raleigh Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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Next departures from Raleigh to Washington on 8 December
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3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
Cheapest
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Union Station
Fastest
Bus
3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
No tags
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Raleigh Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Raleigh Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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Next departures from Raleigh to Washington on 9 December
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3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
Cheapest
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Union Station
Fastest
Bus
3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
No tags
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
No tags
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Union Station
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Next departures from Raleigh to Washington on 11 December
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Raleigh Bus Station
Union Station
Cheapest
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Union Station
Fastest
Bus
3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
No tags
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
No tags
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Washington
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
According to 24 reviews, Greyhound received a 1.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the Wi-Fi and the ticket access, but some complained about the cleanliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £28
Greyhound Lines, Inc. Raleigh Washington recent customer reviews
The bus smelled really bad, it took the bus 7 hours to go from Raleigh to DC instead of 5 because the driver did not leave on time
1 out of 5 stars
Diana G.
The seat was dirty due to food debris left on the seat.
Person behind me put the phone on loud speaker and used very bad words talking to other person. He was very smelly and seemed to be rude. I am not happy at all.w
1 out of 5 stars
Navid T.
Got from Raleigh to Richmond and the driver disappeared for our 10pm departure time. Waited 2 hours before finding an alternate means of transportation.
Based on 11531 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £28
Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning being cheated by the bus driver who took $40 in cash without providing a receipt. Additionally, there were complaints about the bus being late by two hours. Despite these issues, customers appreciate that a bus was eventually available.
Wanda Coach Raleigh Washington recent customer reviews
Bad news: Bus was late by two hours. Good news a bus was available and “better late than never”
2 out of 5 stars
Ganege D.
Extremely disappointed as cheated by the bus driver… she has blackmailed me at night & grabbed $ 40 in cash from me without giving any receipt too.
Based on 658 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. CoachRun ticket prices on this trip start at £33
Customers have expressed positive opinions about their first train ride, mentioning that it was impressive and awesome. They were impressed by the nice quiet trip and the good functioning of the Wifi.
Amtrak Raleigh Washington recent customer reviews
Train was late and I ended up in my destination city an hour later than intended
2 out of 5 stars
Tamara Z.
2 hour delay. Agents are not really welcoming. Need a course on looking happy at least.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Washington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Raleigh to Washington start from £28. The average price for this route is around £41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Raleigh to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Raleigh to Washington is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 231 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Washington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Raleigh to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Washington at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Washington?
A bus journey from Raleigh to Washington produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Raleigh to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Raleigh to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Raleigh to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
03/12
£31
04/12
£40
Today
£34
06/12
£30
07/12
£31
08/12
£29
09/12
£27
10/12
£30
The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £27
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £27 to £77 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-12-09.
Usually Wanda Coach 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.
The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £27
