How to get from Arlington to Raleigh
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Raleigh takes approximately 397 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway and bus. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
397 min 448.0 km
3 transfers
O
B
Greyhound Us0670
1
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking: 27 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take O Subway
Direction: New Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform (2 stops, 6 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform
4
Take B Subway
Direction: Franconia-Springfield
From Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform to Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platform (9 stops, 28 min)
5
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Springfield Bus Stop
6
Take Greyhound Us0670 Bus
Direction: Atlanta Bus Station
From Springfield Bus Stop to Raleigh Bus Station (3 stops, 315 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb)
8
Take 1 Bus
Direction: 1 DOWNTOWN / CAPITAL
From Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb) to Goraleigh Station (7 stops, 12 min)
9
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Raleigh
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Raleigh and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Arlington:
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
Bus stations close to Arlington:
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs
Public transport stations close to Raleigh
Raleigh is located in Raleigh and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Raleigh:
- S Blount St at E South Ave
- Wilmington St at South St
- E Lenoir St at S Blount St
- Lenoir St at Fayetteville St
Alternative Route
428 min 492.3 km
1 transfer
A71
Carolinian
Departs from: N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
Walking: 34 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 9 min (0.5 km)
to N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
2
Take A71 Bus
Direction: South to King St-Old Town
From N Randolph St+Wilson Bl to Amtrak Station (35 stops, 40 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Alexandria
4
Take Carolinian Train
Direction: Charlotte
From Alexandria to Raleigh Union Station (5 stops, 344 min)
5
Walk 23 min (1.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Raleigh
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Raleigh.
How do I travel from Arlington to Raleigh in Raleigh?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Raleigh takes approximately 397 minutes via the O subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Raleigh from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 428 minutes using the A71 bus line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Raleigh without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 397 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Raleigh?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Goraleigh Station in Raleigh.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Raleigh by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Raleigh in Raleigh takes approximately 397 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Raleigh?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Raleigh.
Which station is closest to Raleigh?
The nearest stop to Raleigh is Goraleigh Station station. Exit here to reach your destination in Raleigh.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.