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 Boone via Greensboro and Winston-Salem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Durham to Banner Elk?

The distance between Durham and Banner Elk is 205 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 6h 8m and costs $60 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m 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 Greensboro Bus Stop 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 1865+ hotels available in Banner Elk.

Durham to Banner Elk - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 74 bus

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There are 3 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 Greensboro Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Greensboro to Winston-Salembus
3. Take the bus from Winston-Salem to Boonebus
6h 8m
$64–94
Drive 180.5 mi
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1. Drive from Durham to Banner Elkcar 180.5 mi
3h 30m
$33–48
Train, line 74 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Durham Amtrak Station to High Pointtrain
2. Take the bus from High Point Terminal to Novant Forsyth Medical Centerbus 74
3. Take the bus from Forsyth Hospital to Boonebus
6h 35m
$68–113

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Durham to Banner Elk via Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Boone in around 6h 8m.

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