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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Durham to Winston-Salem. Traveling by bus from Durham to Winston-Salem usually takes around one hour and 44 minutes, but the fastest CoachRun bus can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €13.11 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Durham to Winston-Salem
- CoachRun: 1 daily buses from €13
- Greyhound: 3 daily buses from €20
- Wanda Coach: 2 daily buses from €28
How much is a bus ticket from Durham to Winston-Salem?
€22.36 is the average price of a bus ticket from Durham to Winston-Salem. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. 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
Bus tickets from Durham to Winston-Salem are expected to cost between €22 and €25 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Winston-Salem within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from €22. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 14 days in advance to save €0.80 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Durham to Winston-Salem?
There are 3 bus lines from Durham to Winston-Salem available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CoachRun | 1 | 1h 30m | €17.30 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 1h 52m | €20.75 |
| Wanda Coach | 2 | 1h 40m | €28.09 |
Book CoachRun from Durham to Winston-Salem from €13. Typically there is one CoachRun schedule per day from Durham to Winston-Salem and you can expect on average to pay for a CoachRun ticket to Winston-Salem. In Durham, CoachRun departs to Winston-Salem from 3521 Hillsborough Rd . In Winston-Salem, CoachRun arrives at 1425 Silas Creek Pkwy .
An average trip on CoachRun from Durham to Winston-Salem takes 1 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, CoachRun offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Winston-Salem.
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 3 bus trips from Durham to Winston-Salem every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Winston-Salem usually start from €20.
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 €28 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 Winston-Salem.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 44 minutes to cover the 122 kilometers from Durham to Winston-Salem. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 30 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 01:00 and the last bus leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all buses from Durham to Winston-Salem, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Durham to Winston-Salem every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Durham to Winston-Salem without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Durham to Winston-Salem; ticket prices start at €17.79.
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.
Winston-Salem
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Ranked as one of the top places to live in the United States, Winston-Salem resulted from the merging of two separate towns in 1913.
The city's oldest and most visually arresting areas are found in what was once simply Salem, a town with a history going back to 1753. You can admire many of the original Moravian-style buildings at Old Salem Museums & Gardens and in the historic districts of West End and Ardmore.
Downtown also has some notable structures, including 100 North Main Street – the tallest office building in the region.
Meanwhile, the main strip when it comes to nightlife is Fourth Street, where bars and restaurants see a steady stream of patrons until long after dark. The presence of no less than six higher education institutions in the city ensures the scene remains fresh and vibrant.
Winston-Salem can be reached from over 175 other U.S. cities. Daily buses depart and arrive from the city's three bus terminals throughout the day, with destinations that include Raleigh, Richmond, and New York City. In addition, Amtrak operates passenger train services via the station at High Point. Its three lines span the region from New York to New Orleans.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Durham?
Main departure station: Durham Transportation Center - Bus Bay T
Buses to Winston-Salem leave from 3 stations in Durham.
All bus stations in Durham:
Durham Transportation Center - Bus Bay T
2724 Guess Rd
3521 Hillsborough Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Winston-Salem?
Image credit: Warren LeMay
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Transp Ctr - 100 W 5th St
The Winston-Salem Transportation Center is on the corner of 5th Street & Trade Street, smack in the middle of the city. It's also commonly called the Greyhound bus station, since the carrier provides a lot of service across North Carolina and its neighboring states. There are plenty of great restaurants in the area, like Butcher & Bull Steakhouse, Downtown Thai & Pho, and Downtown Deli and Cafe, if you want to fill up before your trip. Or, if you want to stretch your legs, Bailey's Park is only a few blocks away and frequently has live music and events.
Bus stations in Winston-Salem:
Transp Ctr - 100 W 5th St
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy
1425 Silas Creek Pkwy
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