How do I get from Raleigh to Baltimore without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Baltimore. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Raleigh to Baltimore?

Traveling from Raleigh to Baltimore takes about 6h 35m on average, but you can get there in as little as 5h 30m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 267 miles (431 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Raleigh from Baltimore?

Raleigh and Baltimore are 267 miles (431 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Baltimore?

Most of the buses traveling from Raleigh to Baltimore leave from Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at Baltimore Downtown Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Baltimore?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $45.

How much does a bus ticket from Raleigh to Baltimore cost?

The bus ticket costs $62 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $45 to $151, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Baltimore?

Once in Baltimore, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Fells Point, Oriole Park at Camden Yard, Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, Baltimore Water Taxi and American Visionary Art Museum.

Raleigh to Baltimore Bus Tickets

TodayApr 27

from $59

TomorrowApr 28

from $51

TueApr 29

from $51

WedApr 30

from $51

ThuMay 1

from $51

FriMay 2

from $51

SatMay 3

from $51

SunMay 4

from $51

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 28 at 9:50pm
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh (New Bern Ave)
Arrival time: April 29 at 4:25am
Destination city: Baltimore
Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 28 at 12:30am
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: 3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Arrival time: April 28 at 6:00am
Destination city: Baltimore
Destination location: Ponca St
Operated by: CoachRun
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
Departure time: April 28 at 9:30pm
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: 1127 Ileagnes Road
Arrival time: April 29 at 3:45am
Destination city: Baltimore
Destination location: O'Donnell St. & Travel Plaza, Infront of TA Gas station
Operated by: Wanda Coach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 15m
Departure time: April 28 at 5:40am
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh Bus Station
Arrival time: April 28 at 12:10pm
Destination city: Baltimore
Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 30m
Departure time: April 28 at 2:40am
Departure city: Raleigh
Departure location: Raleigh (New Bern Ave)
Arrival time: April 28 at 9:25am
Destination city: Baltimore
Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 45m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $151	Average Duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$56 - $436	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Raleigh to Baltimore

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

6h 35mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest ticket

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Raleigh to Baltimore: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$62

Average bus trip duration6h 35m

Number of daily buses12

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance263 miles (423 km)

Latest bus departure11:30pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,945 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound Raleigh Baltimore recent customer reviews

Bad driver, driving style dangerous, Behavior of the driver inappropriate (not polite) Too many people inside the bus

Julien K.

December 15, 2019

The trip was 12 hours delayed in total from North Carolina to Baltimore. It so painful with 6 years child.

Rabindra A.

August 25, 2018

The bus started after a 4 hours delay. Very rude driver and poor wifi. Would not use this service again

Salman K.

August 4, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/58,413 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5577 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

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.

CoachRun

3.5/5617 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi2

Amtrak

4/55,080 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Raleigh to Baltimore Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Raleigh to Baltimore.

Bus service from Raleigh to Baltimore will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

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

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Baltimore?

Stops in Raleigh

A - Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station

B - Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in Baltimore

A - Baltimore Downtown Bus Station

B - Penn Station

C - Baltimore Airport

D - Maryland Ave & I-83

Frequently asked questions for your trip Raleigh - Baltimore

How do I get from Raleigh to Baltimore without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Raleigh to Baltimore?
How far is Raleigh from Baltimore?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Baltimore?
What is the cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Baltimore?
How much does a bus ticket from Raleigh to Baltimore cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Baltimore?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/25

$53

04/26

$53

Today

$55

04/28

$51

04/29

$51

04/30

$51

05/01

$51

05/02

$51

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Baltimore was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $138 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually iLIKEBUS 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.

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

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

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 Raleigh to Baltimore.

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

Did you know?

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

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Baltimore?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 35m	Avg Price$62	Daily Departures12
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 25m	Avg Price$80	Daily Departures7

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Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Baltimore?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Raleigh - Baltimore

How do I get from Raleigh to Baltimore without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Raleigh to Baltimore?

How far is Raleigh from Baltimore?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Raleigh to Baltimore?

What is the cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Baltimore?

How much does a bus ticket from Raleigh to Baltimore cost?

What are the best sights and things to do in Baltimore?

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About Bus Travel

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What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Baltimore?

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