What is the best way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Knoxville, TN from Raleigh, NC?
You can get to Knoxville, TN with just $84 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Greyhound US12h 20m09:30 AMRaleigh, NCGreyhound Bus Station9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/6/2025 9:30:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
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FlixBus14h 5m07:45 AMRaleigh, NCNew Bern Ave9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/6/2025 7:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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Breeze Airways13h 36m09:06 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:42 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 9:06:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:42:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 36m
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Spirit Airlines14h 43m05:50 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport8:33 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Spirit Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 5:50:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $191 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 43m
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Frontier Airlines21h 31m06:26 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport3:57 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:26:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:57:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $229 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 31m
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JetBlue Airways25h 18m07:15 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport8:33 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from JetBlue Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 7:15:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $272 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 18m
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United Airlines4h 48m06:00 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:48 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:00:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $739 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 48m
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FlixBus14h 5m07:45 AMRaleigh, NCNew Bern Ave9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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Greyhound US12h 20m09:30 AMRaleigh, NCGreyhound Bus Station9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:30:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
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Frontier Airlines19h 48m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport4:02 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:02:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 48m
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Frontier Airlines12h 31m09:18 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport9:49 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:18:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $136 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 31m
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Breeze Airways8h 43m08:01 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport4:44 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:01:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:44:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 43m
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Breeze Airways7h 14m02:35 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport9:49 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:35:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $169 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 14m
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United Airlines4h 38m06:10 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:48 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:10:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $641 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 38m
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Frontier Airlines25h 30m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport9:44 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:44:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 30m
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Frontier Airlines20h 19m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport4:33 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 19m
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Frontier Airlines16h 18m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport12:32 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:32:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 18m
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United Airlines4h 38m06:10 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:48 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:10:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $713 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 38m
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United Airlines4h 13m010:30 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport2:43 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 10:30:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:43:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $713 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 13m
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What are the fastest trips from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN?
You can get to Knoxville, TN from Raleigh, NC in just 4h 13m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Greyhound US12h 20m09:30 AMRaleigh, NCGreyhound Bus Station9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/6/2025 9:30:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
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FlixBus14h 5m07:45 AMRaleigh, NCNew Bern Ave9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/6/2025 7:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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United Airlines4h 48m06:00 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:48 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:00:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $739 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 48m
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Breeze Airways13h 36m09:06 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:42 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 9:06:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:42:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 36m
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Spirit Airlines14h 43m05:50 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport8:33 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Spirit Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 5:50:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $191 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 43m
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Frontier Airlines21h 31m06:26 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport3:57 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:26:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:57:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $229 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 31m
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JetBlue Airways25h 18m07:15 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport8:33 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from JetBlue Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/7/2025 7:15:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:33:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $272 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 18m
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United Airlines4h 38m06:10 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:48 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:10:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $641 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 38m
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Breeze Airways7h 14m02:35 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport9:49 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 2:35:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $169 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 14m
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Breeze Airways8h 43m08:01 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport4:44 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Breeze Airways goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:01:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:44:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 43m
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Frontier Airlines12h 31m09:18 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport9:49 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:18:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $136 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 31m
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Frontier Airlines19h 48m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport4:02 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/8/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:02:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 48m
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Greyhound US12h 20m09:30 AMRaleigh, NCGreyhound Bus Station9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:30:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
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FlixBus14h 5m07:45 AMRaleigh, NCNew Bern Ave9:50 PMKnoxville, TNGreyhound Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Knoxville, TN (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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United Airlines4h 13m010:30 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport2:43 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 10:30:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:43:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $713 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 13m
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United Airlines4h 38m06:10 AMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport10:48 AMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 6:10:00 AM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:48:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $713 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 38m
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Frontier Airlines16h 18m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport12:32 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:32:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 18m
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Frontier Airlines20h 19m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport4:33 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 19m
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Frontier Airlines25h 30m08:14 PMRaleigh-Durham AirportRaleigh-Durham Airport9:44 PMKnoxville AirportKnoxville Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from Raleigh-Durham Airport, Raleigh-Durham Airport (USA) at 12/10/2025 8:14:00 PM to Knoxville Airport, Knoxville Airport (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:44:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 30m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN
What are the most popular stations in Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN?
In Raleigh, NC, you will usually depart from Greyhound Bus Station, Raleigh Convention Center or Wilmington St Service Rd at Chapanoke Rd, while in Knoxville, TN you will be arriving at Knoxville Area Transit Bus Stop, Greyhound Bus Station or Transit Center, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Knoxville, TN from Raleigh, NC? With 4 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN, you can pay as low as $84 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Knoxville, TN in just 4h 13m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN are Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Breeze Airways, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Garner, NC or to Wildwood, TN, and look at flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport, and landing at Knoxville Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN?
The most popular companies between Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN, are Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Breeze Airways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus
Airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Breeze Airways and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN
How can I reach Knoxville, TN from Raleigh, NC?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Knoxville, TN from Raleigh, NC.
How far is Knoxville, TN from Raleigh, NC?
The distance between Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN is 295.7 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Raleigh, NC and Knoxville, TN?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 81 kgs, and a flight 117 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN?
You can get to Knoxville, TN with just $84 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Raleigh, NC to Knoxville, TN?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Knoxville, TN in just 4h 13m with a Flight from United Airlines.
More routes to Raleigh, NC and to Knoxville, TN
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Raleigh, NC and to Knoxville, TN. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

