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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Durham, NC
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
17 h 20 m
Average duration
18 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
978 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Durham, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Durham, NC will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
Of the 2 buses that leave Boston, MA for Durham, NC on Wed, Jun 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 978 km distance in an average of 18 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 20 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:05 PM17h20Boston, MA12:25 PMDurham, NC$1931One-way0 transfers
11:35 PM20h20Boston, MA7:55 PMDurham, NC$2621One-way0 transfers
- 7:05 PM17h20Boston, MA12:25 PMDurham, NC$1931One-way0 transfers
- 11:35 PM20h20Boston, MA7:55 PMDurham, NC$2621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Durham, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Durham, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a train costs an average of $134.
Distance: 607 miles (978 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$179 Average price Cheapest | $394 Average price | $262 Average price | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 45m Average total duration 18h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 22m Average total duration 17h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Durham, NC:
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Durham, NC costing on average $262 (€213).
A bus is $215 (€175) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Durham, NC costing on average $394 (€321).
Other travel options to Durham, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 52m.
Bus takes on average 18h 15m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Boston, MA to Durham, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $201 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $273 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $235 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $262 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Durham, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Durham, NC buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:15 PM Boston, MA | 18h35 | 9:50 AM Durham, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Durham, NC
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Buses from Boston, MA to Durham, NC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 607 miles (978 km) distance in 15h 35m.
Distance 607 miles (978 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 15h 35m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus from Boston, MA to Durham, NCYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Durham, NC with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $75 (€61). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Durham, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Durham, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Durham, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Peter Pan Bus
- All Peter Pan buses are wheelchair accessible and can accommodate both manual and power wheelchairs, with a maximum combined weight of 650 lbs for the person and chair.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Peter Pan Bus
- All Peter Pan tickets are non-refundable unless a refundable fare option was specifically purchased.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Peter Pan Bus
- Each ticketed passenger is allowed one carry-on bag (up to 25 lbs) and one stowed bag (up to 50 lbs) for free.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Additional stowed bags are allowed, limited to three extra items, for a fee of $5.00 each, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs per bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.
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