What is the distance between Raleigh and Boston?

The distance between the two cities is 610 miles (983 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston?

If you're headed to Boston from Raleigh, chances are that your bus will depart from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at Back Bay Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Boston?

Once in Boston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boston Children's Museum, Museum of Fine Art, Boston Open Studios, JFK Library and Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

Bus Raleigh to Boston from $72 | Refundable Tickets

TodaySep 9

from $136

TomorrowSep 10

from $91

ThuSep 11

from $82

FriSep 12

from $87

SatSep 13

from $105

SunSep 14

from $91

MonSep 15

from $102

TueSep 16

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 10 at 12:50pm
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
Arrival time: September 11 at 7:30am
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Brookline
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 10 at 9:20pm
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
Arrival time: September 11 at 12:00pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Boston (South Station)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 40m
Departure time: September 10 at 1:05am
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
Arrival time: September 10 at 6:50pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Boston (South Station)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h 45m
Departure time: September 10 at 6:15pm
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
Arrival time: September 11 at 11:15am
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Boston (South Station)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h
Departure time: September 10 at 9:55pm
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
Arrival time: September 11 at 7:20pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 21h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Boston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$72 - $233	Average Duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$98 - $516	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 17 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

17h 15mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest ticket

24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Raleigh to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$103

Average bus trip duration17h 15m

Number of daily buses17

Earliest bus departure1:00am

Distance605 miles (975 km)

Latest bus departure9:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,441 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,244 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Raleigh Boston recent customer reviews

The driver had an attitude and was very unprofessional made me really uncomfortable to the point where I dont ever want to take the greyhound ever again.

Edwin M.

September 1, 2019

Toilets were dirty

Barbara O.

June 29, 2025

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Raleigh to Boston Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Raleigh to Boston.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Raleigh to Boston from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Raleigh to Boston, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Boston?

Stops in Raleigh

A - Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station

B - Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in Boston

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Raleigh - Boston, MA, US

What is the distance between Raleigh and Boston?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston?
What are the best sights and things to do in Boston?

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

Best price found

09/07

$86

09/08

$89

Today

$121

09/10

$84

09/11

$74

09/12

$80

09/13

$97

09/14

$83

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Sep 11, 2025 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $164 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2025-09-11.

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.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Raleigh to Boston but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Raleigh to Boston, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Raleigh to Boston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Raleigh to Boston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time17h 15m	Avg Price$103	Daily Departures17
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d	Avg Price$145	Daily Departures6

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Bus Raleigh to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Boston?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Raleigh - Boston, MA, US

What is the distance between Raleigh and Boston?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Boston?

What are the best sights and things to do in Boston?

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What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Boston, MA, US?

Will you be returning to Raleigh by bus?

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