What is the cheapest way to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh?

The cheapest way to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh?

The fastest way to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald Isle and Raleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald Isle to Raleigh station. However, there are services departing from Swansboro and arriving at GoRaleigh Station via Wilson Bus Stop and Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Emerald Isle to Raleigh?

The distance between Emerald Isle and Raleigh is 176 miles. The road distance is 135 miles.

How do I travel from Emerald Isle to Raleigh without a car?

The best way to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 23m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald Isle to Raleigh bus from?

Emerald Isle to Raleigh bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Swansboro station.

Where does the Emerald Isle to Raleigh bus arrive?

Emerald Isle to Raleigh bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Wilson station.

Can I drive from Emerald Isle to Raleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald Isle to Raleigh is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Emerald Isle to Raleigh.

Where can I stay near Raleigh?

There are 457+ hotels available in Raleigh.

Emerald Isle to Raleigh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Emerald Isle to Raleigh by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Havelock to Wilsonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Wilson to Raleigh Union Stationtrain Carolinian
5h 23m
$104–157
Drive 134.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Emerald Isle to Raleighcar 134.3 mi
2h 50m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansboro to Wilsonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Wilson Bus Stop to Raleigh Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0652s / ...
6h 31m
$74–110

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Distance: 175.2 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Emerald Isle, NC, USA and Raleigh, NC, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Emerald Isle to GoRaleigh Station via Swansboro, Wilson, Wilson Bus Stop, Raleigh Bus Station, and Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd in around 6h 31m.

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