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There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Greensboro to Raleigh.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€33.70 | Avg. Price€14.78 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration1h 37m | Duration1h 39m |
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Greensboro to Raleigh. Traveling by bus from Greensboro to Raleigh usually takes around one hour and 39 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 68 mi (109 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 20m |
| Cheapest price | €21.09 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 4 |
Average score for buses from Greensboro to Raleigh
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: I like the part that the driver drove carefully and the temperature in the bus was maintained favorably. Cons: The toilet in the buses should be cleaned regularly. I did not like the condition of the toilet in the bus I boarded to Raleigh. Tips: Nill.
Bus tickets for a trip from Greensboro to Raleigh cost €23.09 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Greensboro to Raleigh is expected to be between €21 and €30. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is April 23, 2025, when tickets are available for April 23, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just €21.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 25 days in advance to save up to €7.25.
There are 4 bus lines from Greensboro to Raleigh available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CoachRun | 1 | 1h 45m | €27.99 |
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1h 35m | €23.38 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 1h 39m | €23.18 |
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 1h 28m | €101.12 |
Book CoachRun from Greensboro to Raleigh from €22. Typically there is one CoachRun schedule per day from Greensboro to Raleigh and you can expect on average to pay for a CoachRun ticket to Raleigh. In Greensboro, CoachRun departs to Raleigh from 3508 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407 . In Raleigh, CoachRun arrives at 3200 S Wilmington St .
An average trip on CoachRun from Greensboro to Raleigh takes 1 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available CoachRun trip will get you to Raleigh in 1 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, CoachRun offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Raleigh.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Greensboro to Raleigh, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 3 bus trips from Greensboro to Raleigh every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Raleigh usually start from €21.
The bus takes an average of one hour and 39 minutes to cover the 68 miles from Greensboro to Raleigh. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 20 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Greensboro to Raleigh, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Greensboro 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 Greensboro to Raleigh without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Greensboro to Raleigh; ticket prices start at €14.07.
Consisting mostly of industrial buildings, Greensboro is the type of city that only reveals its charm to those who have given it time. Head over to the Colonial Heritage Center to learn more about the life of the colonists during the first days of the country. The relics here, including the most outstanding collection of colonial-era maps in the country, will certainly leave you satisfied. One of the highlights of the city is the Old Greensborough quarter, which serves as a living time capsule for fans of history. The quarter also hosts some of the best establishments in town, so don’t hesitate to unwind and enjoy a quick bite at a local restaurant. When you need to retreat from the crowd, the Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden and Bog Garden, which features artful sculptures, will be a great choice.
Greensboro’s food scene is expanding rapidly and Table 16 is one of the most famous stars of this burgeoning food scene. The menu incorporates locally-grown produce as well as seasonal dishes whenever possible, making it a great place to try out local staples.
Depending on the bus carrier you are going to travel with, there are several bus stops around Greensboro that you could end up departing from or arriving at. The main Amtrak train station in town is the J. Douglas Galyon Depot located in the center of the city. Greensboro is served by Amtrak’s Carolinian, Crescent and Piedmont lines. The airport serving the city is Piedmont Triad International Airport, which is located in Guilford County.
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.
Buses to Raleigh leave from 3 stations in Greensboro.
Greensboro Bus Station
El Mercadito #2
3508 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407
Image credit: Sam Opp
Link to image attributionThe 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.
Bus Terminal - 2210 Capital Blvd
Tornado Bus Station
3200 S Wilmington St
3700 New Bern Ave
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