What is the distance between Norfolk and Raleigh?

The distance between the two cities is 151 miles (243 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Raleigh?

If you're headed to Raleigh from Norfolk, chances are that your bus will depart from Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Raleigh?

Once in Raleigh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are North Carolina State Capitol, J. C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University, Contemporary Art Museum, Marbles Kids Museum and IMAX Theatre and North Carolina Museum of Art.

Bus Norfolk to Raleigh from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Norfolk to Raleigh on October 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:30am	Norfolk	4h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	10h 7m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	10h 7m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	12h 26m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	12h 26m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Raleigh on October 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:30am	Norfolk	4h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	10h 12m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	10h 12m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	12h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	12h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Raleigh on October 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:30am	Norfolk	4h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Norfolk to Raleigh on October 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:30am	Norfolk	4h 45m	12:15pm	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:36 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk to Raleigh.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $49	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$59 - $172	Average Duration11h 8m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Norfolk to Raleigh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Norfolk, VA to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$32

Average bus trip duration4h 45m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure7:30am

Distance152 miles (245 km)

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Amtrak

4/55,511 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,310 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Norfolk Raleigh recent customer reviews

The first bus the driver was awesome & customer friendly the 2nd bus driver not so good.

Diane B.

December 19, 2018

No bus driver in Richmond. Poor information for 3.5 hrs, departure from Richmond 4 hrs later than scheduled. In the end, almost 5 hrs too late in Raleigh.

Thomas G.

July 20, 2018

Bus was over 2 hours late confused g with no signage at Norfolk

Pamela T.

June 7, 2023

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Norfolk to Raleigh Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Norfolk to Raleigh.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Norfolk to Raleigh from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Norfolk to Raleigh, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Raleigh?

Stops in Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

Stops in Raleigh

A - Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station

B - Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Norfolk, VA - Raleigh

What is the distance between Norfolk and Raleigh?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Raleigh?
What are the best sights and things to do in Raleigh?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/08

$32

10/09

$34

Today

$43

10/11

$37

10/12

$34

10/13

$35

10/14

$29

10/15

$25

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Raleigh was searched and found on Oct 15, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Norfolk, VA to Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $309 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-10-15.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Norfolk to Raleigh but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Norfolk to Raleigh, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Norfolk to Raleigh that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Norfolk to Raleigh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Norfolk, VA to Raleigh?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 45m	Avg Price$32	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 8m	Avg Price$59	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Norfolk, VA by bus?

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Bus Tickets from Norfolk, VA to Raleigh

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Bus Norfolk, VA to Raleigh: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Raleigh?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Norfolk, VA - Raleigh

What is the distance between Norfolk and Raleigh?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Raleigh?

What are the best sights and things to do in Raleigh?

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What's the cheapest way to go from Norfolk, VA to Raleigh?

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