How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Raleigh start from $30. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Raleigh?

The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Raleigh is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 136 miles (220 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , CoachRun , Wanda Coach , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Raleigh?

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Raleigh at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Raleigh?

A bus trip from Richmond to Raleigh generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Richmond to Raleigh?

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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Raleigh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Richmond to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Richmond to Raleigh?

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.

Bus Richmond to Raleigh from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Raleigh on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 50m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 39m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
12:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
2:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Raleigh on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 10m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 39m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	8h 11m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
12:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Raleigh on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 10m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 39m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
12:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
2:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Raleigh on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:30am	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	3h	5:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	Cheapest
12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 39m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	8h 11m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
12:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Raleigh on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 10m	2:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 39m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
12:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
2:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Raleigh on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:30am	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	3h	5:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	Cheapest
12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 39m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	8h 11m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
12:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Raleigh on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 5m	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 39m	2:40pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 10m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
12:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 45m	3:10am	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3h 20m	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

136 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $110	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $135	Average Duration3h 46m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Raleigh?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 Richmond Raleigh recent customer reviews

The bus smells like urine and 💩 the bus stop was dirty nasty full of drug addict its like in Middleville time the worst experience this is my first time riding the bus and it's my last

Salah Eddine N.

January 26, 2024

It was great

Leslie R.

October 17, 2024

I only used Greyhound because of the discount tickets on Bus Bub

Scherrie K.

February 20, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

CoachRun

3.5/5658 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.1

Wanda Coach

2.5/5653 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Raleigh start from $30. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Raleigh?
The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Raleigh is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 136 miles (220 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, CoachRun, Wanda Coach, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Raleigh at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Richmond to Raleigh generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Richmond to Raleigh?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Raleigh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Richmond to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Richmond to Raleigh?
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

11/29

$37

11/30

$40

Today

$42

12/02

$37

12/03

$27

12/04

$24

12/05

$23

12/06

$23

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $327 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Amtrak, 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.