How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start from $80. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Philadelphia is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 553 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Philadelphia at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia?

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 Raleigh to Philadelphia from $77 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 25m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	1:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	2:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	1:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	2:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 25m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	1:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	2:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:30pm	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	3:15pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	9h 5m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 45m	1:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 25m	2:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	10h 10m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 25m	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	12:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 20m	10:10pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
	Bus	12:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 55m	1:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 30m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 30m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	9h 15m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	12:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	12h 55m	1:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	8h 55m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	11h 30m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

12h 45mAverage Duration

553 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$80 - $396	Average Duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$106 - $2,980	Average Duration9h 46m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Philadelphia?

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87403 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $80

Greyhound Raleigh Philadelphia recent customer reviews

It was awful. All staff members were rude and disorganized. We left late, the bus from Raleigh to Richmond was overcrowded, old, smelly, and falling apart. The only seat left for me was under a duct-taped leak that continued to drip on me the entire time. From Richmond to Philadelphia it was much better.

Rachel M.

July 16, 2018

Everything was fine.

Kyle C.

June 3, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,464 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,609 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start from $80. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Philadelphia is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 553 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Philadelphia at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
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

11-25

$133

11-26

$298

Today

$133

11-28

$141

11-29

$229

11-30

$243

12-01

$169

12-02

$120

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $120

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

You can expect to pay from $120 to $507 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound 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.