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How to get fromDurham to Roanoke Islandby bus, car, or train

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There are 4 ways to get from Durham to Roanoke Island by bus, car, or train

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  1. Bus, drive (Greyhound)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Elizabeth Citybus bus Greyhound US0654s
    2. Drive from Elizabeth City to Roanoke Islandcar car
    6h 54m
    $43–80
  2. Drive 199.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Durham to Roanoke Islandcar car 199.6 mi
    3h 49m
    $37–53
  3. Train, bus, drive

    1. Take the train from Durham Amtrak Station to Wilsontrain train
    2. Take the bus from Wilson Bus Stop to Elizabeth Citybus bus
    3. Drive from Elizabeth City to Roanoke Islandcar car
    7h 6m
    $58–110
  4. Bus, drive via Regional Transit Center (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Elizabeth Citybus bus Greyhound US0654s
    2. Drive from Elizabeth City to Roanoke Islandcar car
    8h 4m
    $45–80

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Durham, NC, USA and Roanoke Island, NC, USA?

There is no direct connection from Durham to Roanoke Island. However, you can take the bus to Raleigh Bus Station, take the bus to Elizabeth City, then drive to Roanoke Island. Alternatively, you can drive from Durham to Roanoke Island in around 3h 49m.

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