How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Florence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Florence start from $33. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Florence?

The average bus trip duration from Raleigh to Florence is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 129 miles (208 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Florence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Wanda Coach .

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

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Florence at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:55am.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Florence generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Florence?

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 11504 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Raleigh to Florence?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Florence?

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 Raleigh to Florence from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Florence on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 50m	11:45am	Bus station	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 45m	5:45am	Florence, SC	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	3h 5m	8:00am	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Florence on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 50m	11:45am	Bus station	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 45m	5:45am	Florence, SC	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	3h 5m	8:00am	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Florence on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 45m	5:45am	Florence, SC	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:55am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	3h 5m	8:00am	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 50m	11:45am	Bus station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Florence on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 50m	11:45am	Bus station	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 45m	5:45am	Florence, SC	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	3h 5m	8:00am	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Florence on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 50m	11:45am	Bus station	Cheapest
Bus	3:00am	Raleigh Bus Station	2h 45m	5:45am	Florence, SC	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	3h 5m	8:00am	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:25 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Florence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

129 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $93	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $121	Average Duration7h 39m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Florence?

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 Florence

A
Florence Bus Station
619 S Irby St, Florence, SC 29501, USA
Visit page
B
TA Travel Center - Florence
2301 W Lucas St, Florence, SC 29501, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,631 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5655 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Raleigh to Florence, SC, US 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 Florence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Florence start from $33. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Florence?
The average bus trip duration from Raleigh to Florence is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 129 miles (208 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Florence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Raleigh to Florence?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Florence at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:55am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Florence?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Florence generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Raleigh to Florence?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh to Florence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Raleigh to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Florence?
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

12/14

$34

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Today

$34

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12/18

$29

12/19

$31

12/20

$33

12/21

$34

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Florence, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $68 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Florence, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually FlixBus, Wanda Coach 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.