How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh start from £40. The average price for this route is around £53. 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Raleigh is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 342 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Raleigh at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

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

A bus journey from Philadelphia to Raleigh produces an estimated 14 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Raleigh from £35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Raleigh on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	02:55	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	23:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Raleigh on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	02:55	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	23:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Raleigh on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:50	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 20m	03:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 25m	02:55	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	23:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Raleigh on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 5m	05:35	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h 30m	06:30	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	11h 35m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:45	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 45m	23:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	11h 5m	21:20	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:03 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 9 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just £48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

9h 28mAverage duration

345 milesDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£40 - £141	Average duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£48 - £288	Average duration9h 28m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Raleigh?

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

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,957 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,490 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87490 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £41

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Philadelphia Raleigh recent customer reviews

I got bit by bed bugs and had to throw things away

Atiyyah B.

7 June 2025

Smooth and clear

Alexandra E.

1 May 2023

Late but they kept apologizing.

Sandie L.

21 August 2019

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh

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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh start from £40. The average price for this route is around £53. 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Raleigh is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 342 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Raleigh at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Raleigh?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Raleigh produces an estimated 14 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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Raleigh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Raleigh?
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 Philadelphia to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

05/01

£73

06/01

£64

Today

£57

08/01

£59

09/01

£52

10/01

£51

11/01

£52

12/01

£43

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £43

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 £43 to £148 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 £43, which is on 2026-01-12.

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.