What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Banner Elk?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Banner Elk is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Banner Elk?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Banner Elk is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Banner Elk?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Banner Elk. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Blowing Rock - Tanger Outlets via Brevard St & Martin Luther King Jr Blvd and Charlotte Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Durham to Banner Elk?

The distance between Durham and Banner Elk is 262 miles. The road distance is 181.5 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Banner Elk without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Banner Elk without a car is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs $140 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Banner Elk?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Durham to Banner Elk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Banner Elk bus from?

Durham to Banner Elk bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Durham station.

Where does the Durham to Banner Elk bus arrive?

Durham to Banner Elk bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charlotte Bus Station.

Can I drive from Durham to Banner Elk?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Banner Elk is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Durham to Banner Elk.

Where can I stay near Banner Elk?

There are 1885+ hotels available in Banner Elk.

Durham to Banner Elk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Durham to Banner Elk by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Durham to Charlotte Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Blowing Rock - Tanger Outletsbus Charlotte
7h 38m
$148–206
Drive 180.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Banner Elkcar 180.5 mi
3h 30m
$33–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham Amtrak Station to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Blowing Rock - Tanger Outletsbus Charlotte
7h 44m
$170–257
Train, bus via Hickory
1. Take the train from Durham Amtrak Station to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Hickory Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Hickory Airport to Blowing Rock - Tanger Outletsbus
8h 5m
$165–252
Bus via Durham, NC - 3446 Hillsborough Rd
1. Take the bus from Durham, NC - 3446 Hillsborough Rd to Charlotte, NC - 3302 Queen City Drbus New York
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Airport to Blowing Rock - Tanger Outletsbus Charlotte
9h 56m
$143–212

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Map of how to get from Durham to Banner Elk.

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Distance: 260.2 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Durham, NC, USA and Banner Elk, NC, USA?

You can take a bus from Durham to Banner Elk via Charlotte Bus Station, Brevard St & Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Charlotte Douglas Airport, Charlotte Airport, and Blowing Rock - Tanger Outlets in around 7h 38m.

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