The cheapest and fastest buses from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Buses per day
5
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 $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 5 buses that leave Durham, NC for Alexandria, VA on Fri, Mar 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct buses cover the 353 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
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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 prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $174.
Distance: 219 miles (353 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $302 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Live departures
Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA buses for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:10 PM Durham Station | 7h15 | 8:25 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Durham Station | 5h10 | 2:15 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Durham Station | 5h50 | 7:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Durham Station | 5h15 | 11:55 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Durham Station | 5h20 | 1:10 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA
Buses from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 5 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 15m.
Distance 219 miles (353 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Cheapest month May |
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High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Infobus from Durham, NC to Alexandria, VAYou can travel by bus between Durham, NC to Alexandria, VA with Infobus for as low as $51 (€42). 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.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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