How to travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, while a flight costs an average of $287.

Distance: 259 miles (418 km)

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Driving

$150

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$72

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$287

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$61

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8h 49m

Average total duration

8h 19m

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8h 1m

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5h 18m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.3 - 2.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $72 (€59).

This is compared to other travel options from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average $150 (€123).

A bus is $214 (€175) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average $287 (€235).

The fastest way to travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 1m.

Train takes on average 8h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Durham, NC and Baltimore, MD including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users.

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from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD

How to get from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 AM7h45
    Durham Station
    11:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $561One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 AM7h45
    Durham Station
    11:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $561One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA2152+envoy airAA3965
    7:44 AM3h25
    Piedmont Triad International Airport
    11:09 AMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $4391One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Amtrak80 Carolinian
    9:52 AM8h20
    Durham Station, Durham, NC
    6:12 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $1111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    9:10 AM8h45
    Durham Station
    5:55 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 PM6h55
    Durham Station
    4:10 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:15 AM6h25
    Durham Station
    8:40 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $611One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1897 · AA1209
    2:04 PM3h41
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    5:45 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $4221One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1894 · AA1318
    5:35 PM4h17
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    9:52 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $4221One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1903 · AA2152
    6:20 AM4h49
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    11:09 AMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $4221One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD

Travel to Baltimore, MD easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD.

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There are 3 options to travel between Durham, NC and Baltimore, MD including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $72 (€59).

This is compared to other travel options from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average $150 (€123).

A bus is $214 (€175) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average $287 (€235).

The fastest way to travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 1m.

Train takes on average 8h 49m.

The distance from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD is approximately 259 miles (418 km).
The average frequency per day from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Durham, NC and Baltimore, MD as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD:
  • Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Baltimore/Washington International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Durham Station and arrive in Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
  • Trains mostly depart from Durham Station, Durham, NC and arrive in Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Baltimore, MD by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Baltimore, MD by train.
  • Travel with American Airlines to go to Baltimore, MD by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Durham, NC to Baltimore, MD often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Baltimore, MD and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Baltimore, MD to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Baltimore, MD, you can explore Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques. Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, which offers beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda. Attend a Broadway show or concert at the beautifully restored Hippodrome Theatre. Visit the Maryland Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, or explore the Walters Art Museum's diverse collection of art. Discover the city's best sights, including the historic Fort McHenry National Monument, the renowned National Aquarium, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the vibrant Inner Harbor with its shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center and American Visionary Art Museum.
To fully explore Baltimore, MD, and its key attractions like the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, and various museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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