How to travel from Los Angeles to Raleigh, United States of America

The distance between Los Angeles and Raleigh is around 2,359 miles (3,797km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 7h 5m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Los Angeles to Raleigh by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Fayetteville Municipal (FAY) then take the bus to Raleigh.

  • Duration7h 5m
  • Flight time5h 25m
  • Typical cost
    $255
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Columbus then Winston Salem and then to Raleigh.

  • Duration2 days 14h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $390
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Train

Take the train to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal then Greensboro and then to Raleigh Union Station.

  • Duration2 days 18h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $365
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Drive

Drive to Raleigh.

  • Duration1 day 16h
  • Distance2,540 miles (4,087km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Los Angeles and Raleigh

There are several options for getting from Los Angeles to Raleigh by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the bus which costs around $255 and will take around 7h 5m.

The distance between Los Angeles and Raleigh is around 2,359 miles (3,797km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,232 miles (3,591km)

It takes around 7h 5m to get from Los Angeles and Raleigh by plane and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 16h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Los Angeles to Raleigh is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 7h 5m and will set you back approx $255.

The cheapest way to travel between Los Angeles and Raleigh, if you exclude driving, is to fly and then take the bus which will typically cost around $255 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Los Angeles and Raleigh. It typically takes around 2 days 18h and departs 6 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Los Angeles to Raleigh. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Greensboro. These services run 6 times a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 18h.

Amtrak run train services between Los Angeles and Raleigh. Trains depart 6 times a week and will take around 2 days 18h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Los Angeles and Raleigh. It typically takes around 2 days 14h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Los Angeles to Raleigh. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Columbus and Winston Salem. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 14h.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Los Angeles and Raleigh. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 14h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Los Angeles to Raleigh. We recommend that you fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Fayetteville Municipal (FAY) then take the bus to Raleigh. instead which will take 7h 5m.

The closest major airport to Raleigh is Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) (RDU) which is approximately 17km (11 miles) from Raleigh. Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY) (FAY) and Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) (GSO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Los Angeles and Raleigh. The distance is around 2,540 miles (4,087km) by road and it will take around 1 day 16h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Los Angeles to Raleigh is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 7h 5m and will usually cost around $255.

How do I get from Los Angeles to Raleigh

Compare travel optionsbetween Los Angeles and Raleigh

Transport options from Los Angeles to Raleigh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus
7h 5m
$255
twice daily3,797km (2,359 miles)
Bus
2 days 14h
$390
once daily4,584km (2,849 miles)
Train
2 days 18h
$365
6 times a week4,721km (2,933 miles)
Drive
1 day 16h
$250
on demand4,087km (2,540 miles)

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Airports near Raleigh

The following major airports near Raleigh offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU)
International Airport
Distance
11 miles (17km) from Raleigh
FAY
Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
56 miles (91km) from Raleigh
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)
International Airport
Distance
76 miles (122km) from Raleigh