Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Durham.
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to DurhamAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Chicago to Durham: Trip Overview
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Chicago to Durham Bus
Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Chicago to Durham.
Bus service from Chicago to Durham will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Durham from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Durham was searched and found on May 17, 2025 with a price of $103To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Durham, as early as possible.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Durham but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Durham, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Durham.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Durham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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