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Compare all timetables for the bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$87
tomorrow
Sunday
$64
Monday
Tuesday
$115
Wednesday
$74
Thursday
$81

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 9h 20m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 3:10 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $87
FlixBus 9h 0m 2:30 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 11:30 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $114
FlixBus 8h 30m 10:00 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 6:30 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $114
Greyhound US 11h 15m 8:30 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 7:45 AM Raleigh, NC New Bern Ave  Economy $114
FlixBus 8h 25m 6:30 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 2:55 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $115
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC via Washington, DC, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      9h 5m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Philadelphia
      Convention Center
      11:50 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • Busbud
      5h 5m
      0
      12:30 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      5:35 AM
      Raleigh, NC
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save $20

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 9h 20m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 3:10 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $64
Greyhound US 12h 30m 8:00 PM Philadelphia Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street 8:30 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $81
Greyhound US 9h 30m 2:45 AM Philadelphia Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street 12:15 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $82
FlixBus 9h 5m 3:10 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 12:15 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $82
FlixBus 9h 40m 5:00 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 2:40 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $82

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 15m 8:30 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 7:45 AM Raleigh, NC New Bern Ave  Economy $115
FlixBus 8h 30m 10:00 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 6:30 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $116
FlixBus 9h 45m 10:00 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 7:45 AM Raleigh, NC New Bern Ave  Economy $117
Greyhound US 14h 25m 5:20 PM Philadelphia Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street 7:45 AM Raleigh, NC New Bern Ave  Economy $121
Greyhound US 10h 45m 12:45 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 11:30 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $123
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC via Washington, DC, you can save more than $53? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      10h 45m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Philadelphia
      520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Bus Stop
      8:15 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 1h 30m
    • Busbud
      5h 10m
      0
      9:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      2:55 AM
      Raleigh, NC
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $50
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save $53

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 9h 20m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 3:10 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $74
Greyhound US 12h 30m 8:00 PM Philadelphia IRS Building 8:30 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $101
Greyhound US 9h 5m 8:30 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 5:35 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $101
FlixBus 15h 30m 8:00 AM Philadelphia IRS Building 11:30 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $101
FlixBus 14h 20m 3:15 PM Philadelphia IRS Building 5:35 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $101
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC via Washington, DC, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      10h 45m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Philadelphia
      520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Bus Stop
      8:15 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 1h 30m
    • Busbud
      5h 10m
      0
      9:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      2:55 AM
      Raleigh, NC
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $50
    Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 9h 20m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 3:10 AM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $81
Greyhound US 10h 15m 2:00 AM Philadelphia Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street 12:15 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $86
Greyhound US 11h 35m 9:45 AM Philadelphia Convention Center 9:20 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $86
FlixBus 9h 5m 3:10 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 12:15 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $86
FlixBus 9h 0m 2:30 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 11:30 PM Raleigh, NC Greyhound Bus Station  Economy $86
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC via Washington, DC, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      10h 45m
      0
      4:10 PM
      Philadelphia
      520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Bus Stop
      8:15 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 1h 30m
    • Busbud
      5h 10m
      0
      9:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      2:55 AM
      Raleigh, NC
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $50
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save $19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC is $60 on 12/15/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC

See here how frequent the connections between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 44 daily buses from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 30 daily coaches between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 76 buses from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC, with 22 offers.

Facts about the bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 38 times every day by bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC starting from $60!

Cheapest Bus $60
Fastest Bus 8h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:15 PM
Latest Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 38 Ø
Distance 344.7 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

Every day, 38 buses from 2 bus companies leave Philadelphia for Raleigh, NC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/19/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
$87
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
$76
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
$115
Wednesday 12/24
$91
Thursday 12/25
$81
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27
Sunday 12/28
$76
Monday 12/29
Tuesday 12/30
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
Friday 01/02
Saturday 01/03
Sunday 01/04
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $46, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $115.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC, with $46. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $83.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

These are the most booked bus companies between Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC from our users.

FlixBus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC:

Cheapest Price $82
Fastest Bus 8h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:15 PM
Last Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Connections 22 Ø
Found on 12/18/2025

Greyhound US from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC:

Cheapest Price $64
Fastest Bus 9h 5m
Earliest Bus 12:45 PM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 16 Ø
Found on 12/18/2025

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC? Or which bus companies serve the route Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC bus

How much does a Philadelphia Raleigh, NC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $60 and takes 9h 20m to reach Raleigh, NC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $60 and $265. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Raleigh, NC.

On average, how many connections are available from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC each day?

Every day, the Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC bus route is served by approximately 38 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC take?

The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC is offered by FlixBus and takes 8h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $122. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC?

The earliest bus arriving in Raleigh, NC from Philadelphia starts at 12:15 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC?

The latest bus trip departing from Philadelphia for Raleigh, NC starts at 10:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Philadelphia Raleigh, NC route?

When traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Philadelphia Raleigh, NC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Philadelphia Raleigh, NC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 38 daily trips between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC?

Prices and availability for 38 trips between Philadelphia and Raleigh, NC change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Philadelphia to Raleigh, NC

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Philadelphia and to Raleigh, NC

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