What is the cheapest way to get from North Carolina to Durham?

The cheapest way to get from North Carolina to Durham is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Carolina to Durham?

The fastest way to get from North Carolina to Durham is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between North Carolina and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Charlotte and arriving at Durham. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between North Carolina and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from North Carolina station to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Charlotte Amtrak Station and arriving at Durham Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from North Carolina to Durham?

The distance between North Carolina and Durham is 170 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

How do I travel from North Carolina to Durham without a car?

The best way to get from North Carolina to Durham without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from North Carolina to Durham?

The bus from Charlotte to Durham takes 3h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the North Carolina to Durham bus from?

North Carolina to Durham bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Charlotte station.

Where do I catch the North Carolina to Durham train from?

North Carolina to Durham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlotte Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from North Carolina to Durham?

The best way to get from North Carolina to Durham is to bus which takes 3h and costs $45 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the North Carolina to Durham bus arrive?

North Carolina to Durham bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Durham station.

Where does the North Carolina to Durham train arrive?

North Carolina to Durham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Durham Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from North Carolina to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between North Carolina to Durham is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from North Carolina to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 404+ hotels available in Durham.

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There are 4 ways to get from North Carolina to Durham by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Charlotte to Durhambus Houston <-> Durham
3h
$45–70
Drive 140.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlotte to Durhamcar 140.7 mi
2h 28m
$26–38
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Durham Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
3h 42m
$47–102
Fly, line 700 bus
1. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)plane CLT - RDU
2. Take the bus from Regional Transit Center to Duke St at Jackson Stbus
3h 50m
$58–388

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between North Carolina, USA and Durham, NC, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Charlotte to Durham once daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Durham Amtrak Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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