How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Raleigh?

The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Raleigh start from £143. The average price for this route is around £316. 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 San Diego to Raleigh?

The average bus journey time from San Diego to Raleigh is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 2194 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Raleigh at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

A bus journey from San Diego to Raleigh produces an estimated 88 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 San Diego to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Raleigh from £228 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Raleigh on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	3d 2h	15:10	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 13h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 13h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	06:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 19h	05:15	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 21h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Raleigh on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 16h	15:10	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 13h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 13h	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 14h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Raleigh on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 16h	15:10	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 13h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 13h	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 14h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Raleigh on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 13h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 13h	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 14h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 20h	15:10	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Raleigh on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:15	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 14h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 13h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 13h	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 14h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Raleigh on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:15	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 14h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:35	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 13h	00:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 13h	12:30	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 14h	09:45	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:25 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

2d 14hAverage duration

2194 milesDistance

88kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£143 - £582	Average duration2d 14h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£233 - £2,581	Average duration3d 2h	CO₂ emissions 322kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Raleigh?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, 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

Greyhound

3.5/587,434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,631 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Raleigh?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Raleigh start from £143. The average price for this route is around £316. 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 San Diego to Raleigh?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Raleigh is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 2194 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Raleigh at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Raleigh?
A bus journey from San Diego to Raleigh produces an estimated 88 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 San Diego to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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

14/12

£243

15/12

£258

Today

£384

17/12

£228

18/12

£331

19/12

£353

20/12

£320

21/12

£349

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Raleigh was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £228

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

You can expect to pay from £228 to £446 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £228, which is on 2025-12-17.