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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Durham to Newark. Traveling by coach from Durham to Newark usually takes around 16 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance307 mi (495 km)
Shortest duration8h 35m
Cheapest price£31.10
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Coach lines2

How much is a coach ticket from Durham to Newark?

£34.29 is the average price of a bus ticket from Durham to Newark. Any tickets cheaper than £34.29 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Newark, mark your calendar for January. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £49. However, taking the bus from Durham to Newark during September is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £78. The best way to find deals on a trip in September is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What coach companies travel from Durham to Newark?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Durham to Newark that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US412h 37m£77.85
Greyhound117h 25m£41.59
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 4 trips per day from Durham to Newark, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • 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 1 bus trips from Durham to Newark every day, with the average journey taking around 17 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Newark usually start from £30.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 16 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 307 miles from Durham to Newark. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Durham to Newark, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Durham to Newark every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

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 railroad. 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 bus station is the Transportation Center located at 515 W Pettigrew St in Downtown Durham. From there, you can take a bus 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.

Newark

Newark, Delaware, is a small city packed with history and culture. The picturesque Historic Courthouse, which dates to the 18th century, boasts an impressive stone exterior and a Tiffany glass skylight inside. The Iron Hill School Museum is exactly what it says on the tin: a museum in a historic schoolhouse on Iron Hill. The small building is filled to the brim with natural history exhibits and Native American artifacts. For those too cool for school, swing by the free Mineralogical Museum on the University of Delaware campus for one of the best mineral, crystal, and gem collections in the U.S.

Newark is also known for its excellent dining at places like Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, the Stone Balloon Ale House, or Home Grown Cafe. When you’re ready to work off those meals, visit Glasgow Park Trail, with a basketball court, tennis court, and a general exercise area. The Newark Shopping Center is the local go-to for eating and shopping, or take a drive out to Christiana Mall between Newark and Wilmington for more options.

Amtrak connects the city to Philadelphia, Newark (the other one), and Baltimore from the Newark Train Station, right next to the University of Delaware campus. Flixbus also has service across Delaware, with routes connecting Newark to Boston, Charlotte, and Greensboro.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Durham?

Main departure station: Durham Transportation Center - Bus Bay T

Most coaches depart from the main station in Durham.

All coach stations in Durham:

  • Durham Transportation Center - Bus Bay T

Where does the coach arrive in Newark?

Main arrival station: 10 Mopar Dr

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Newark.

Coach stations in Newark:

  • 10 Mopar Dr

  • Delaware Welcome Center (Southbound)

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