How to get to Raleigh, NC from Durham, NC

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Compare train and coach 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 £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, 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 £9, while a coach costs an average of £10.

Distance: 34 km

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Compare ways to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC

Compare the available ways to get from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is a train with an average price of £9.

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

A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average £10.

The fastest way to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is by coach 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 coach.
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 £9 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£4. 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 to Raleigh, NC from Durham, NC by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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

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FAQs: 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 coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is a train with an average price of £9.

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

A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average £10.

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

Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 6m.

The Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC distance is approximately 34 km.
The average frequency per day from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Durham, NC and Raleigh, NC as scheduled services by train and coach 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.
  • Coaches 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 Amtrak to go to Raleigh, NC by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Raleigh, NC by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
Omio customers who travel from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Miami, FL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Raleigh, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Durham, NC to Raleigh, NC, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Raleigh, NC, visitors can explore a variety of attractions such as the Raleigh City Market, which offers a historic marketplace with shops, dining, and events. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the JC Raulston Arboretum, featuring a diverse collection of plants and themed gardens. Families can visit the Marbles Kids Museum for interactive exhibits designed for children or head to Adventure Landing, a fun amusement park with mini-golf, go-karts, and arcade games. Music lovers might appreciate a concert at the Red Hat Amphitheater. Additionally, some of the best sights include the North Carolina Museum of Art with its extensive art collection and outdoor sculpture park, Pullen Park with playgrounds and a carousel, and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, which offers educational exhibits on natural history. For outdoor activities, William B. Umstead State Park provides hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, while Historic Yates Mill County Park offers scenic trails and a restored 18th-century gristmill.
To fully experience Raleigh, NC, three to four days are ideal. This allows time to explore its vibrant arts scene, visit the museums, enjoy local dining, and discover the area's parks and historical sites.

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