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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Durham to Raleigh. Traveling by coach from Durham to Raleigh usually takes around 39 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 35 minutes.

Distance21 mi (33 km)
Shortest duration0h 35m
Cheapest price£8.44
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceWanda Coach
Coach lines3

How much is a coach ticket from Durham to Raleigh?

£16.00 is the average price of a bus ticket from Durham to Raleigh. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. 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.

Average prices by travel date

£24£16£8AprMay

Bus tickets from Durham to Raleigh are expected to cost between £19 and £22 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Raleigh within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from £19. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Monthly average prices

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Bus tickets from Durham to Raleigh are usually around £20 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.

Prices as travel date approaches

£40£32£24£16£83020100

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance, even by a couple of days, is the best way to find cheaper coach tickets.

What coach companies travel from Durham to Raleigh?

There are 3 bus lines from Durham to Raleigh available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Wanda Coach offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US10h 35m£8.69
Greyhound10h 35m£8.55
Wanda Coach20h 41m£24.14
  • 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 1 trips per day from Durham to Raleigh, 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 Raleigh every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Raleigh usually start from £8.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 2 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from £24 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Durham and Raleigh.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 39 minutes to cover the 21 miles from Durham to Raleigh. However, the fastest coach only takes 35 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Raleigh. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

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 Raleigh, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Durham to Raleigh every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Durham to Raleigh without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Durham to Raleigh; ticket prices start at £6.44.

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.

Raleigh

As an up-and-coming smart city, Raleigh has a wide range of activities that will satisfy all kinds of travelers. One of the most famous destinations in the city is the Neuse River Trail, which boasts 28 miles of a scenic path running through Wake Forest. It goes through not only forests but also wetlands, allowing walkers and cyclists to take a breather from the concrete jungle and be one with nature. Raleigh is also a famous research city, so it makes sense to visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. With a permanent collection that attracts all ages, including whale skeletons and seahorse diorama, the museum is a great spot that you should not miss out on. If you wish to go shopping the old-fashioned way, the Raleigh City Market, which opened more than a century ago, allows you to meander through various small boutiques.

Raleigh’s reputation as a foodie haven is on a steady rise, and it currently houses five different establishments by chef Ashley Christensen, of which Poole’s Diner is particularly noteworthy. If you are looking for authentic North Carolina-style barbecues, Clyde Cooper’s stands among the most popular choices.

Raleigh’s main bus station is located outside of the city center at 2210 Capital Blvd. The city’s Amtrak station is one of the busiest in the country, and there are daily trains running from Raleigh to New York City, Charlotte and Miami, among other places. The principal airport in the region is the Raleigh–Durham International Airport, which is northwest of Downtown.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Durham?

Main departure station: 2724 Guess Rd

Durham has two coach stations with service to Raleigh.

All coach stations in Durham:

  • 2724 Guess Rd

  • Durham Transportation Center - Bus Bay T

Where does the coach arrive in Raleigh?

Main arrival station: 1298 Buck Jones Rd (Citgo Gas Station)

Coaches arrive in Raleigh at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Raleigh:

  • 1298 Buck Jones Rd (Citgo Gas Station)

  • Bus Terminal - 2210 Capital Blvd

  • 3700 New Bern Ave

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