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Bus from Fayetteville to Raleigh: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Fayetteville to Raleigh. Traveling by bus from Fayetteville to Raleigh usually takes around one hour and 13 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in just one hour and 5 minutes.
Distance | 52 mi (84 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 5m |
Cheapest price | $25.00 |
Trips per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 3 |
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Buses from Fayetteville to Raleigh
- Greyhound: 1 daily buses from $25
- Southeastern Stages: 1 daily buses from $25
- Wanda Coach: 1 daily buses from $30
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What bus companies travel from Fayetteville to Raleigh?
There are 3 bus lines from Fayetteville to Raleigh available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 1 | 1h 6m | $27.22 |
Southeastern Stages | 1 | 1h 40m | $25.00 |
Wanda Coach | 1 | 1h 15m | $30.00 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Fayetteville to Raleigh every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 6 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Raleigh usually start from $25.
Book Southeastern Stages from Fayetteville to Raleigh from $25. Typically there is one Southeastern Stages schedule per day from Fayetteville to Raleigh and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Raleigh. In Fayetteville, Southeastern Stages departs to Raleigh from Fast Transit Center . In Raleigh, Southeastern Stages arrives at Raleigh .
An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Fayetteville to Raleigh takes 1 hours and 40 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Raleigh in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Raleigh.
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 Fayetteville and Raleigh.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fayetteville to Raleigh
The bus takes an average of one hour and 13 minutes to cover the 52 miles from Fayetteville to Raleigh. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Raleigh at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 3:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Fayetteville to Raleigh, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Fayetteville to Raleigh every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Fayetteville to Raleigh without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Fayetteville to Raleigh; ticket prices start at $27.00.
City Information
Fayetteville
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Link to image attributionImage credit: City of Fayetteville
Link to image attributionImage credit: jalexartis Photography
Link to image attributionFayetteville is a charming North Carolina city with much to discover. Military history is prominent in Fayetteville, since it’s the home of Fort Bragg, the largest military base in the world. It’s also where Babe Ruth gained the moniker "Babe" when he made his first home run as a professional athlete.
A trip to Fayetteville is sure to be a home run for you, too. The Airborne and Special Operations Museum is a popular attraction, filled with extensive exhibits about United States military history. The North Carolina Civil War & Reconstruction History Center and the nearby Arsenal Park provide a deeper dive into the Civil War era.
Stop and smell the flowers at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden, a gorgeous showcase of more than 2,000 plants, or hike along the Cape Fear River Trail.
Limited flights are available through Fayetteville Regional Airport, but you can travel to more cities from Raleigh Durham International Airport, about 60 miles away. Taking the train is convenient because of its direct service to Fayetteville on Amtrak's Silver Service or the Amtrak Palmetto. Plus, several national and regional bus carriers run routes to and from Fayetteville, including Greyhound, FlixBus US, Southeastern Stages, and Wanda Coach.
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 bus leave from in Fayetteville?
Main departure station: FAST Transit Center
Buses to Raleigh leave from 3 stations in Fayetteville.
All bus stations in Fayetteville:
FAST Transit Center
144 Cedar Crk Rd
Fast Transit Center
Where does the bus arrive in Raleigh?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Terminal - 2210 Capital Blvd
The Bus Terminal on Capital Blvd connects Raleigh to other major cities via bus routes on Greyhound and Southeastern Stages. Popular routes from this station head to Atlanta, New York City, and Washington, DC. Restrooms and a snack bar are available within the station, along with a comfortable seating area. Although the bus terminal is about 2 miles northeast of downtown, local public transit stops right outside the station provide easy access to the rest of Raleigh.
All bus stations in Raleigh:
Bus Terminal - 2210 Capital Blvd
3200 S Wilmington St
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