Cheap coach tickets from Durham, NC to Washington DC

There are several coach options that can take you from Durham, NC to Washington DC:

• FlixBus US: 3 daily coaches from US$37
• Greyhound: 2 daily coaches from US$37
• TransportAzumah: 1 daily coach from US$60
• Wanda Coach: 2 daily coaches from US$99

What coach companies travel from Durham, NC to Washington DC?

There are 4 coach lines from Durham, NC to Washington DC available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

• FlixBus US

  FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Durham, NC to Washington DC, and the average ticket for this route costs only US$61.91.

  
• Greyhound

  Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 coach trips from Durham, NC to Washington DC every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington DC usually start from US$36.98.

  
• TransportAzumah

  Book TransportAzumah from Durham, NC to Washington DC from US$60. Typically there is one TransportAzumah service per day from Durham, NC to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay US$60 for a TransportAzumah ticket to Washington DC. In Durham, NC, TransportAzumah departs to Washington DC from 515 W Pettigrew St. In Washington DC, TransportAzumah arrives at Union Station.

  An average trip on TransportAzumah from Durham, NC to Washington DC takes 4 hours and 30 minutes.

  At weekends, TransportAzumah offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay US$60 for a single ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington DC.

• Wanda Coach

  Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown coach carriers in the U.S. The company offers 2 daily coach trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With coach ticket prices starting from US$99 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred coach carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Durham, NC and Washington DC.

City Information

Durham

Durham is a little treasure cove for all fans of history and the United States’ heritage. The first and foremost thing you should try out is go on a hike on one of the city’s iconic trails. For a more traditional hiking experience, try the Eno River Trail. If you wish to enjoy a more unique experience, the American Tobacco Trail will be a better choice, as it follows the old CSX railway. For those who want to explore the city’s rich history, check out the Stagville Plantation, which is now a museum dedicated to the city’s antebellum history, offering a unique historical perspective.

Durham’s food scene is vibrant and exciting. Fans of seafood will definitely be amazed at how fresh and delicious the seafood at Mateo Bar de Tapas is. If you wish to try out Italian eats with a twist, check out Devil’s Pizzeria & Restaurant.

The main coach station is the Transportation Center located at 515 W Pettigrew St in Downtown Durham. From there, you can take a coach to New York, Richmond, Washington D.C., and dozens of other destinations across the country. The main Amtrak train station in Durham is located around the corner from the bus stop at 601 W Main St. Durham is served by Amtrak’s Carolinian and Piedmont lines. The city’s air services are handled by the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 12 miles southeast of the city.

Washington DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighbourhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transport hub with three nearby airports and several coach and train stations.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Durham, NC?

Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 515 W Pettigrew St

The intercity coach terminal at 515 W Pettigrew St is part of the Durham Station Transportation Center. The modern curved glass building is a hub for local public transport throughout Durham, as well as coach service on Greyhound going to other cities like Charlotte and Atlanta. The station does have several levels and coach bays, so pay close attention to signage and be sure to board the correct coach. The convenient downtown location of the station means it is a short walk to Durham’s Amtrak train station, as well as the best restaurants, museums, and hotels in the city.

All coach stations in Durham, NC:

• Bus Terminal - 515 W Pettigrew St
• 2724 Guess Rd
• 515 W Pettigrew St

Where does the coach arrive in Washington DC?

Main arrival station: Union Station

Coaches arrive in Washington DC at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Washington DC:

• Union Station
• 2230 New York Ave NE
• Union Station
• Union Station