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

The cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Franklin is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Raleigh to Franklin is to line 100 bus and fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $450 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Raleigh and Franklin?

No, there is no direct bus from Raleigh station to Franklin station. However, there are services departing from GoRaleigh Station and arriving at Nashville Bus Station via Raleigh Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 51m.

How far is it from Raleigh to Franklin?

The distance between Raleigh and Franklin is 478 miles. The road distance is 537.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Raleigh to Franklin without a car is to train and bus via Atlanta which takes 13h 47m and costs $160 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Raleigh to Franklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Raleigh to Franklin bus from?

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

Where does the Raleigh to Franklin bus arrive?

Raleigh to Franklin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Raleigh and Franklin?

Franklin is 1h behind Raleigh. It is currently 12:40 AM in Raleigh and 11:40 PM in Franklin.

Can I drive from Raleigh to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Raleigh to Franklin is 537 miles. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Raleigh to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 182+ hotels available in Franklin.

Raleigh to Franklin - 7 ways to travel via train, line 100 bus, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Raleigh to Franklin by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Line 100 bus, fly to Nashville
best
1. Take the bus from Martin St at Dawson St to RDU Airport at Terminal 1bus
2. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville (BNA)plane RDU - BNA
3h 41m
$458–1,188
Fly to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV)plane RDU - HSV
2. Drive from Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV) to Franklincar
6h 51m
$94–478
Train, bus via Atlanta
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Durham Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Durham to Atlanta Downtownbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus
13h 47m
$162–265
Drive 534.1 mi
1. Drive from Raleigh to Franklincar 534.1 mi
9h 54m
$98–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0186 / ...
14h 51m
$151–266
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Greensborotrain
2. Take the train from Greensboro to Lynchburgtrain
3. Take the bus from Lynchburg Transit Center to Nashville Bus Stationbus
15h 59m
$192–348
Bus via Sandy Springs
1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead to Omni Nashville Hotelbus Nashville
16h 2m
$254–349

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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Distance: 475.5 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Raleigh, NC, USA and Franklin, TN, USA?

You can take a bus from GoRaleigh Station to Franklin via Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd, Raleigh Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, and Nashville Bus Station in around 14h 51m.

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