How to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC

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Compare train and bus for Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, while a bus costs an average of $15.

Distance: 21 miles (34 km)

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1h 6m

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The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is a train with an average price of $12.

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

A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Durham, NC and Raleigh, NC including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $12 compared to roughly $6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.66. The journey takes 36m versus 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC

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

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

  • Greyhound
    1:10 PM0h35
    Durham, NC
    1:45 PMRaleigh, NC
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    1:10 PM0h35
    Durham, NC
    1:45 PMRaleigh, NC
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greyhound
    1:10 PM0h35
    Durham, NC
    1:45 PMRaleigh, NC
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:15 AM0h35
    Durham, NC
    1:50 AMRaleigh, NC
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    2:15 AM0h35
    Durham, NC
    2:50 AMRaleigh, NC
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC

Travel to Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC.

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There are 2 options to travel between Durham, NC and Raleigh, NC including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is a train with an average price of $12.

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

A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 6m.

The distance from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is approximately 21 miles (34 km).
The average frequency per day from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC:
  • Trains mostly depart from Durham Station, Durham, NC and arrive in Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Durham Station and arrive in Raleigh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Raleigh, NC by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Raleigh, NC by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Charlotte, NC, Greensboro, NC, Philadelphia, PA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Raleigh, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Raleigh, NC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Raleigh, NC, visitors can explore Raleigh City Market for shopping and dining, enjoy diverse plant collections at JC Raulston Arboretum, and engage in interactive fun at Marbles Kids Museum. Music lovers can attend concerts at Red Hat Amphitheater, while families can have fun at Adventure Landing with mini-golf and go-karts. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the North Carolina Museum of Art, and outdoor lovers can visit Pullen Park for playgrounds and pedal boats or hike through William B. Umstead State Park. For a mix of history and nature, Historic Yates Mill County Park offers scenic trails and a glimpse into the past with a restored gristmill. The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences provides educational exhibits on natural history.
To explore Raleigh, NC, three days is ideal to visit key attractions such as the North Carolina Museum of Art, Pullen Park, and the State Capitol, while also enjoying the local dining scene and vibrant neighborhoods.
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