How do I get from Durham to Austin without flying?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Durham to Austin?

The travel time from Durham to Austin is about 1d 12h, but you can get there in as little as 1d 8h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1157 miles (1865 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Durham from Austin?

About 1157 miles (1865 km) separate Durham and Austin.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Durham to Austin?

Most of the buses traveling from Durham to Austin leave from Durham Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at Greyhound Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Durham to Austin?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Durham to Austin by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $169.

How much does a bus ticket from Durham to Austin cost?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Durham to Austin is $217. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $169 and $229, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Can I take an overnight bus from Durham to Austin?

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Durham to Austin. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Durham (NC), US to Austin (TX), US Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Austin.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$169 - $229	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$1,906 - $1,906	Average Duration3d 2h	CO₂ emissions 170kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Durham to Austin

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours and with fares starting at just $169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

$169Cheapest ticket

46kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Durham to Austin: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$217

Average bus trip duration1d 12h

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure3:55am

Distance1153 miles (1859 km)

Latest bus departure4:15pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,989 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/58,670 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Durham to Austin Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Durham and Austin?

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Greyhound Bus Station

B - Compare Foods Durham

C - Durham Compare Foods Durham

D - Durham, NC

Stops in Austin

A - Greyhound Station

B - Airport Blvd

C - Brazos St

D - Ben White Bd & I-35

Frequently asked questions for your trip Durham - Austin

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How far is Durham from Austin?
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What is the cheapest way to go from Durham to Austin?
How much does a bus ticket from Durham to Austin cost?
Can I take an overnight bus from Durham to Austin?

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Durham and Austin!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Durham to Austin, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Durham to Austin.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Durham to Austin?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 12h	Avg Price$217	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3d 2h	Avg Price$1,906	Daily Departures1

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