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Raleigh to Winston-Salem Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Raleigh to Winston-Salem?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Raleigh to Winston-Salem.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHRK 276.27 | Avg. PriceHRK 157.16 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips5 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration5h 34m | Duration5h 5m |
Bus from Raleigh to Winston-Salem: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Raleigh to Winston-Salem. Traveling by bus from Raleigh to Winston-Salem usually takes around 3 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 93 mi (149 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
| Cheapest price | HRK 134.11 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Raleigh to Winston-Salem?
Bus tickets for a trip from Raleigh to Winston-Salem cost HRK 153.89 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.
Average bus ticket prices from Raleigh to Winston-Salem by travel date
Bus tickets from Raleigh to Winston-Salem are expected to cost between HRK 144 and HRK 268 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Winston-Salem within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from HRK 144. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
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 14 days in advance. This way, you can save up to HRK 88.21 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Raleigh to Winston-Salem?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Raleigh to Winston-Salem that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 2h 34m | HRK 162.59 |
| Tornado Bus | 3 | 19h 27m | HRK 720.31 |
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 4 bus trips from Raleigh to Winston-Salem every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 34 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Winston-Salem usually start from HRK 134.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Raleigh to Winston-Salem
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 93 miles from Raleigh to Winston-Salem. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 50 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Winston-Salem. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Winston-Salem, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Raleigh to Winston-Salem, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Raleigh to Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Raleigh to Winston-Salem; ticket prices start at HRK 157.16.
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.
Winston-Salem
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Ranked as one of the top places to live in the United States, Winston-Salem resulted from the merging of two separate towns in 1913.
The city's oldest and most visually arresting areas are found in what was once simply Salem, a town with a history going back to 1753. You can admire many of the original Moravian-style buildings at Old Salem Museums & Gardens and in the historic districts of West End and Ardmore.
Downtown also has some notable structures, including 100 North Main Street – the tallest office building in the region.
Meanwhile, the main strip when it comes to nightlife is Fourth Street, where bars and restaurants see a steady stream of patrons until long after dark. The presence of no less than six higher education institutions in the city ensures the scene remains fresh and vibrant.
Winston-Salem can be reached from over 175 other U.S. cities. Daily buses depart and arrive from the city's three bus terminals throughout the day, with destinations that include Raleigh, Richmond, and New York City. In addition, Amtrak operates passenger train services via the station at High Point. Its three lines span the region from New York to New Orleans.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Raleigh?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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
Tornado Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Winston-Salem?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Transp Ctr - 100 W 5th St
The Winston-Salem Transportation Center is on the corner of 5th Street & Trade Street, smack in the middle of the city. It's also commonly called the Greyhound bus station, since the carrier provides a lot of service across North Carolina and its neighboring states. There are plenty of great restaurants in the area, like Butcher & Bull Steakhouse, Downtown Thai & Pho, and Downtown Deli and Cafe, if you want to fill up before your trip. Or, if you want to stretch your legs, Bailey's Park is only a few blocks away and frequently has live music and events.
All bus stations in Winston-Salem:
Transp Ctr - 100 W 5th St
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