How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Raleigh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Raleigh start from $12. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Durham to Raleigh?

The average bus trip duration from Durham to Raleigh is 35m, covering a distance of 21 miles (34 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Durham to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , CoachRun , Wanda Coach .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Raleigh?

The earliest bus departs from Durham to Raleigh at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Raleigh?

A bus trip from Durham to Raleigh generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Durham to Raleigh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Raleigh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Durham to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham to Raleigh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Durham to Raleigh from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Durham to Raleigh on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	45m	12:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Durham to Raleigh on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	35m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	35m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	BP Gas Station	40m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	45m	12:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Raleigh on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	35m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	35m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	BP Gas Station	40m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	45m	12:30am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Raleigh on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	35m	9:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:20am	BP Gas Station	40m	5:00am	3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603	No tags
Bus	9:15pm	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	35m	9:50pm	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:31 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Raleigh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

36mAverage Duration

21 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $54	Average Duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $12	Average Duration36m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Raleigh?

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
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B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

CoachRun

3.5/5657 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.2

Wanda Coach

2.5/5650 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US to Raleigh by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Raleigh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Raleigh start from $12. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Durham to Raleigh?
The average bus trip duration from Durham to Raleigh is 35m, covering a distance of 21 miles (34 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Raleigh at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Raleigh?
A bus trip from Durham to Raleigh generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durham to Raleigh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Raleigh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Durham to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham to Raleigh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/26

$8

11/27

$8

Today

$7

11/29

$7

11/30

$7

12/01

$6

12/02

$25

12/03

$5

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durham, NC, US to Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $48 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually CoachRun, Wanda Coach will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.