Bus Tickets from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US

TodayAug 2
from US$30
TomorrowAug 3
from US$31
MonAug 4
from US$30
TueAug 5
from US$32
WedAug 6
from US$31
ThuAug 7
from US$32
FriAug 8
from US$33
SatAug 9
from US$33

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Queen City Dr
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Hillsborough Rd
    Operated by: CoachRunCoachRun
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: 4127 Glenwood Dr
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: BP Gas Station
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: 4127 Glenwood Dr
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: BP Gas Station
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Durham

Bus
Average PriceUS$25 - US$143Average Duration2h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$30 - US$33Average Duration2h 35m
18kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
2h 35mAverage Duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$34
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 45m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure1:10am
Distance191 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Charlotte to Durham Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlotte, NC - Durham, NC, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Charlotte to Durham?

    The distance between Charlotte and Durham is approximately 196 km (122 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charlotte to Durham?

    Buses departing from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company in Charlotte will take you to Durham Greyhound Bus Station in Durham.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-31
US$22
08-01
US$30
Today
US$22
08-03
US$24
08-04
US$22
08-05
US$24
08-06
US$23
08-07
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$120 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-08-04.

Usually Expreso 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 travelling from Charlotte to Durham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charlotte to Durham will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

Will you be returning to Charlotte, NC by bus?

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You can also go to Durham, NC, US by train

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