How far is Spartanburg from Durham?

The distance between the two cities is 186 miles (299 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Spartanburg to Durham leave from Super Acapulco and arrive at Durham Greyhound Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?

Once in Durham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Head of Steam, Darlington Railway Centre & Museum, Walworth Castle, HMS Trincomalee Trust, Oriental Museum and High Force Waterfall.

Bus Spartanburg to Durham from $28 | Refundable Tickets

TodayAug 27

TomorrowAug 28

from $42

FriAug 29

from $42

SatAug 30

SunAug 31

from $40

MonSep 1

TueSep 2

WedSep 3

from $38

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 28 at 3:40am
Departure city: Spartanburg
Departure location: Spartanburg
Arrival time: August 28 at 9:00am
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 28 at 1:19pm
Departure city: Spartanburg
Departure location: Spartanburg, (SC - Servicios Zapata(R))
Arrival time: August 28 at 5:02pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham
Operated by: Tornado Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 43m
Departure time: August 28 at 9:00pm
Departure city: Spartanburg
Departure location: Spartanburg
Arrival time: August 29 at 1:15am
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 15m
Departure time: August 28 at 1:19pm
Departure city: Spartanburg
Departure location: Spartanburg, (SC - Servicios Zapata(R))
Arrival time: August 28 at 5:02pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham
Operated by: Tornado Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 43m
Departure time: August 28 at 12:13pm
Departure city: Spartanburg
Departure location: Spartanburg, (SC - Servicios Zapata(R))
Arrival time: August 28 at 4:18pm
Destination city: Durham
Destination location: Durham
Operated by: Expreso
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 5m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Spartanburg to Durham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $153	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$60 - $112	Average Duration6h 19m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Spartanburg to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 6 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

6h 19mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest ticket

27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Spartanburg to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$52

Average bus trip duration4h 15m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure3:40am

Distance188 miles (303 km)

Latest bus departure9:00pm

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Tornado Bus

3/5137 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.1

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,2 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $143 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Greyhound

3.5/587,210 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

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

3.5/510,272 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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

Spartanburg to Durham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Spartanburg and Durham?

Stops in Spartanburg

A - Super Acapulco

B - Spartanburg Bus Stop

C - Sparta Passenger Center

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Greyhound Bus Station

B - Compare Foods Durham

C - Durham Compare Foods Durham

D - Durham, NC

Frequently asked questions for your trip Spartanburg - Durham, NC, US

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Spartanburg to Durham?
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/25

$34

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$34

08/28

$34

08/29

$34

08/30

$34

08/31

$32

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The cheapest trip from Spartanburg to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $145 for a bus ticket from Spartanburg to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-08-31.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Spartanburg to Durham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Spartanburg to Durham.

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 Spartanburg to Durham.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Spartanburg to Durham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Spartanburg to Durham, NC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 15m	Avg Price$52	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 19m	Avg Price$65	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Spartanburg by bus?

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How far is Spartanburg from Durham?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?

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What's the cheapest way to go from Spartanburg to Durham, NC, US?

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