HUB hero image

How to Travel from

Chicago to Raleigh

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

Chicago
+0
Raleigh
Transport search to Raleigh
Chicago
+0
Raleigh
Building a composite car route
Cheapest
Best Offer!
Car
13 h 48 min
1287 km.
from $70
Composite Route Car Only

Ten ways to Travel from Chicago to Raleigh

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
Fastest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Raleigh–Durham
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$532.61
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Wilmington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$652.17
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$500.00
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$869.57
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Piedmont
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$510.87

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Wilmington
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$369.57
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$282.61
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Piedmont
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Raleigh–Durham
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$521.74
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Wilmington
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$271.74–$597.83
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$500.00
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$706.52
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Piedmont
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$510.87

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Raleigh–Durham
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$33.70–$217.39
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$32.61–$217.39

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Raleigh–Durham
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$413.04
Plane from Midway International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$423.91

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Raleigh
Ave. Duration:
23h 56m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Train from Chicago Union Station to Cary
Ave. Duration:
24h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Cary
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$92.39
Train from Greensboro to Cary
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.33–$70.65

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$326.09
Bus from Washington Union Station to Raleigh
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.39–$141.30
Bus from Wilmington Cape Fear Public Transit to Raleigh
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$92.39

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to South
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$65.22

Wonder Bus Inc

Website:
gotobus.com/wonder-bus-inc/
Bus from South HIll, VA to Raleigh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30
Bus from Richmond - Brook + Walmart Nhood Mkt to Raleigh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$29.35

Go Triangle

Phone:
+1 919-485-7433
Website:
gotriangle.org/
Bus from Regional Transit Center to Cary
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

GoCary

Website:
gocary.org/
Bus from Cary Depot to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.20–$1.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Raleigh?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Raleigh is to fly which costs $35.87 - $228.26 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Raleigh?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Raleigh is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $130.43 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Raleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Raleigh station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Raleigh Bus Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Raleigh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Raleigh Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23h 56m.

How far is it from Chicago to Raleigh?

The distance between Chicago and Raleigh is 1089 km. The road distance is 1290.4 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Raleigh without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Raleigh without a car is to train which takes 23h 56m and costs $92.39 - $315.22 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Raleigh?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Chicago to Raleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Raleigh bus from?

Chicago to Raleigh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Raleigh train from?

Chicago to Raleigh train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Raleigh?

The best way to get from Chicago to Raleigh is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $35.87 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $92.39 - $315.22 and takes 23h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $70.65 - $467.39 and takes 24h 30m.

Where does the Chicago to Raleigh bus arrive?

Chicago to Raleigh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Raleigh?

Raleigh is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 13:34 in Chicago and 14:34 in Raleigh.

Where does the Chicago to Raleigh train arrive?

Chicago to Raleigh train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Raleigh Union Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Raleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Raleigh is 1290 km. It takes approximately 13h 56m to drive from Chicago to Raleigh.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Raleigh?

Book your Chicago to Raleigh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Raleigh?

Book your Chicago to Raleigh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Raleigh?

There are 352+ hotels available in Raleigh. Prices start at $44.91 per night.
+0