NC → PA · about 345 miles
Raleigh to Philadelphia bus & train schedule
Amtrak and Greyhound run 14 direct buses and trains a week from Raleigh to Philadelphia. The fastest takes 8 hours 47 minutes; the first departure leaves at 6:05 AM and the last at 10:13 AM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Buses and trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 8h 47m
- First departure
- 6:05 AM
- Last departure
- 10:13 AM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:05 AM | 3:25 PM | 9h 20m | Daily | Raleigh Bus Station to Philadelphia | Greyhound Full timetable |
| 10:13 AM | 7:00 PM | 8h 47m | Daily | Raleigh Union Station to Philadelphia | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:13 AM | 7:05 PM | 8h 52m | Sat & Sun from Nov 7 | Raleigh Union Station to Philadelphia | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Raleigh Where you get off in Philadelphia The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Raleigh
Where buses and trains stop in Philadelphia
Return trip: Philadelphia to Raleigh
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 8 hours 47 minutes; the typical trip is 8 hours 52 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM (Daily) and the last at 10:13 AM (Sat & Sun).
Which bus and rail companies go from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
Amtrak and Greyhound run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Raleigh?
Buses and trains to Philadelphia leave from Raleigh Union Station and Raleigh Bus Station.