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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€50
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€50
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 buses from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 353 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.
6:40 AM5h15Durham, NC11:55 AMAlexandria, VA€501One-way0 transfers
- 6:40 AM5h15Durham, NC11:55 AMAlexandria, VA€501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, while a flight costs an average of €470.
Distance: 219 miles (353 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€70 Average price Cheapest | €96 Average price | €470 Average price | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA:
A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA costing on average €96.
A bus is €400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA costing on average €470.
Other travel options to Alexandria, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 53m.
Train takes on average 6h 33m.
Tickets start at around €70 compared to roughly €42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-27.56. The journey takes 5h 53m versus 4h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €36 |
Live departures
Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:15 AM Durham Station | 5h10 | 7:25 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Durham Station | 5h20 | 9:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 9:10 AM Durham Station | 7h15 | 4:25 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 PM Durham Station | 5h35 | 11:20 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 PM Durham Station | 5h50 | 3:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA
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Buses from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €51 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (353 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 219 miles (353 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VAYou can travel by bus between Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as €51. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA
Most Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA buses use the Durham, W Pettigrew St (Greyhound Bus Station) to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Durham, NC and Alexandria, VA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Durham, W Pettigrew St (Greyhound Bus Station) from Durham city centre
Most popular bus connections from Durham, NC
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