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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: RALEIGH, NC
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $66
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: RALEIGH, NC
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $66
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $283
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: RALEIGH, NC
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $71
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: RALEIGH, NC
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $69
Bus Detroit to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Bus Detroit to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$94
Average bus trip duration1d
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure7:00 AM
Distance511 miles (823 km)
Latest bus departure9:30 PM

Detroit to Raleigh Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:00AM - 9:30PM
Minimum Price$114
Average Ticket Price$94
Minimum Trip Duration20h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration1d
Distance511 miles (823 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Detroit - Raleigh

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Raleigh without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

Traveling from Detroit to Raleigh takes about 1d on average, although the fastest bus will take 20h 35m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 511 miles (824 km) that separate the two cities.

Detroit and Raleigh are 511 miles (824 km) apart.

About 6 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Detroit to Raleigh may vary. Simplify your trip from Detroit to Raleigh by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 7:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 9:30 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Raleigh from Detroit, chances are that your bus will depart from Detroit Bus Station and arrive at Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $73.

The bus ticket costs $94 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $73 and $339, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

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

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Detroit to Raleigh. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

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 Detroit to Raleigh but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Detroit to Raleigh, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Raleigh will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Detroit to Raleigh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

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