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Bus San Jose to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Bus San Jose to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$245
Average bus trip duration2d 22h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure12:40 AM
Distance2378 miles (3834 km)
Latest bus departure11:05 PM

San Jose to Raleigh Buses

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

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Raleigh from San Jose, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures10
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:40AM - 11:05PM
Minimum Price$218
Average Ticket Price$245
Minimum Trip Duration2d20h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d22h
Distance2378 miles (3834 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Jose - Raleigh

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Raleigh without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

On average, the trip from San Jose to Raleigh takes around 2d 22h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2d 20h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 2380 miles (3838 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating San Jose and Raleigh is 2380 miles (3838 km).

About 10 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses running from San Jose to Raleigh may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from San Jose to Raleigh by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 12:40 AM and 11:05 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from San Jose to Raleigh leave from Diridon Station and arrive at Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $218.

You can expect to pay around $245 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $218 and $453, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Raleigh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Historic Yates Mill County Park, Contemporary Art Museum, North Carolina State Capitol, J. C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University and North Carolina Museum of Art.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from San Jose to Raleigh. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

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 San Jose to Raleigh 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 San Jose to Raleigh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Jose to Raleigh.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to Raleigh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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