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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Raleigh to Fayetteville. Traveling by bus from Raleigh to Fayetteville usually takes around one hour and 26 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern Stages bus can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.

Distance52 mi (84 km)
Shortest duration1h 10m
Cheapest price$25.00
Trips per day3
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines3

Price trends for buses from Raleigh to Fayetteville

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What bus companies travel from Raleigh to Fayetteville?

There are 3 bus lines from Raleigh to Fayetteville 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:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound11h 15m$26.71
Southeastern Stages11h 10m$25.00
Wanda Coach11h 36m$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 Raleigh to Fayetteville every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Fayetteville usually start from $25.

  • Book Southeastern Stages from Raleigh to Fayetteville from $25. Typically there is one Southeastern Stages schedule per day from Raleigh to Fayetteville and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Fayetteville. In Raleigh, Southeastern Stages departs to Fayetteville from Raleigh . In Fayetteville, Southeastern Stages arrives at Fast Transit Center .

    An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Raleigh to Fayetteville takes 1 hours and 10 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 Fayetteville.

  • 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 Fayetteville.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of one hour and 26 minutes to cover the 52 miles from Raleigh to Fayetteville. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 10 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 Fayetteville 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Raleigh to Fayetteville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Raleigh to Fayetteville 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 Raleigh to Fayetteville without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Raleigh to Fayetteville; ticket prices start at $27.00.

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.

Fayetteville

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Fayetteville 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.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Raleigh?

Main departure station: 3200 S Wilmington St

Buses to Fayetteville leave from 3 stations in Raleigh.

All bus stations in Raleigh:

  • 3200 S Wilmington St

  • Bus Terminal - 2210 Capital Blvd

  • Raleigh

Where does the bus arrive in Fayetteville?

Main arrival station: FAST Transit Center

Buses arrive in Fayetteville at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Fayetteville:

  • FAST Transit Center

  • 144 Cedar Crk Rd

  • Fast Transit Center

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