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Raleigh to Aiken Coach Timetable
Coach from Raleigh to Aiken: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Raleigh to Aiken. Traveling by coach from Raleigh to Aiken usually takes around 7 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Wanda Coach coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 233 mi (375 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 20m |
| Cheapest price | £30.49 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Wanda Coach |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Raleigh to Aiken?
Bus tickets for a trip from Raleigh to Aiken cost £30.49 on average. Tickets cheaper than £30.49 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Raleigh to Aiken by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Raleigh to Aiken is expected to be between £30 and £30. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 3 November 2025, when tickets are available for 3 November 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £30.
Average coach ticket prices from Raleigh to Aiken by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 10 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £26.55 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Raleigh to Aiken?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Raleigh to Aiken that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Stages | 2 | 1d 3h 3m | £87.67 |
| Wanda Coach | 1 | 6h 20m | £30.49 |
Book Southeastern Stages from Raleigh to Aiken from £88. There are 2 Southeastern Stages schedules from Raleigh to Aiken and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Aiken. In Raleigh, Southeastern Stages departs to Aiken from Raleigh and no other station. In Aiken, Southeastern Stages arrives at 2170 University Pkwy and no other station.
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Raleigh to Aiken takes 27 hours and 3 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Aiken in 6 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Aiken.
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 1 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from £30 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Raleigh and Aiken.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Raleigh to Aiken
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 233 miles from Raleigh to Aiken. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one coach per day from Raleigh to Aiken. It leaves the station in Raleigh at 05:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Raleigh
As an up-and-coming smart city, Raleigh has a wide range of activities that will satisfy all kinds of travelers. One of the most famous destinations in the city is the Neuse River Trail, which boasts 28 miles of a scenic path running through Wake Forest. It goes through not only forests but also wetlands, allowing walkers and cyclists to take a breather from the concrete jungle and be one with nature. Raleigh is also a famous research city, so it makes sense to visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. With a permanent collection that attracts all ages, including whale skeletons and seahorse diorama, the museum is a great spot that you should not miss out on. If you wish to go shopping the old-fashioned way, the Raleigh City Market, which opened more than a century ago, allows you to meander through various small boutiques.
Raleigh’s reputation as a foodie haven is on a steady rise, and it currently houses five different establishments by chef Ashley Christensen, of which Poole’s Diner is particularly noteworthy. If you are looking for authentic North Carolina-style barbecues, Clyde Cooper’s stands among the most popular choices.
Raleigh’s main bus station is located outside of the city center at 2210 Capital Blvd. The city’s Amtrak station is one of the busiest in the country, and there are daily trains running from Raleigh to New York City, Charlotte and Miami, among other places. The principal airport in the region is the Raleigh–Durham International Airport, which is northwest of Downtown.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Raleigh?
Main departure station: 3200 S Wilmington St
Raleigh has two coach stations with service to Aiken.
All coach stations in Raleigh:
3200 S Wilmington St
Raleigh
Where does the coach arrive in Aiken?
Main arrival station: 2664 Columbia Hwy N (Raceway Gas Station)
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Aiken.
Coach stations in Aiken:
2664 Columbia Hwy N (Raceway Gas Station)
2170 University Pkwy
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