Find coaches from New York City to Durham, NC, US

Today31 Jul
from US$66
Tomorrow1 Aug
from US$64
Sat2 Aug
from US$59
Sun3 Aug
from US$69
Mon4 Aug
from US$87
Tue5 Aug
from US$80
Wed6 Aug
from US$63
Thu7 Aug
from US$60

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Chinatown - E Broadway
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Hillsborough Rd
    Operated by: CoachRunCoachRun
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: 103 Canal St
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: BP Gas Station
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Durham

Bus
Average priceUS$46 - US$266Average duration12h
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$79 - US$333Average duration11h 54m
62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 12 hours and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day
12hAverage duration
US$46Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$85
Average bus trip duration12h
Number of daily buses35
Earliest bus departure01:05
Distance423 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Durham Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from New York City to Durham. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from New York City to Durham.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Durham from New York City, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Durham, NC, US

  1. What's the distance between New York City and Durham by coach?

    The journey from New York City to Durham by coach covers an approximate distance of 420 miles (677 km).

  2. How can I travel from New York City to Durham avoiding air travel?

    To travel from New York City to Durham without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/07
US$80
30/07
US$77
Today
US$58
01/08
US$56
02/08
US$51
03/08
US$62
04/08
US$79
05/08
US$72
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 2 Aug 2025 with a price of US$51

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

You can expect to pay from US$51 to US$191 for a bus ticket from New York City to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$51, which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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

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 New York City and Durham!

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 New York City 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 New York City to Durham.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New York City to Durham.

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.

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 word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Durham, NC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to New York City by bus?

Bus from New York City to Durham, NC, US

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

Train from New York City to Durham, NC, US

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