What is the travel distance from Charlotte to Durham?

The distance between the two cities is 122 miles (196 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Charlotte to Durham start their journey at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company and wind up at Durham Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main 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 River Cruises, Durham Castle, Walworth Castle, Killhope - The North of England Lead Mining Museum and Oriental Museum.

Bus Charlotte to Durham from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on September 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:15pm	Queen City Dr	2h 30m	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	Cheapest
5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	2h 30m	8:00pm	BP Gas Station	Fastest
8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	4h	12:30am	BP Gas Station	No tags
1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 30m	3:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 40m	9:00am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on September 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:15pm	Queen City Dr	2h 30m	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	Cheapest
5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	2h 30m	8:00pm	BP Gas Station	Fastest
8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	4h	12:30am	BP Gas Station	No tags
1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 30m	3:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 40m	9:00am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on September 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:15pm	Queen City Dr	2h 30m	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	Cheapest
5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	2h 30m	8:00pm	BP Gas Station	Fastest
8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	4h	12:30am	BP Gas Station	No tags
1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 30m	3:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 40m	9:00am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on September 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:15pm	Queen City Dr	2h 30m	11:45pm	Hillsborough Rd	Cheapest
5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	2h 30m	8:00pm	BP Gas Station	Fastest
8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	4h	12:30am	BP Gas Station	No tags
1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	2h 30m	3:40am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	3h 40m	9:00am	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Durham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $169	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$33 - $33	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket price$36

Average bus trip duration2h 45m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure1:10am

Distance123 miles (197 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,557 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,260 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.

Greyhound Charlotte Durham recent customer reviews

The bus was 3 hours late and the staff was not co-operative at all.

Poonam M.

October 7, 2016

Wanda Coach

2.5/5630 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.7

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.

Tornado Bus

3/5143 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.6

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 $127 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.

CoachRun

3.5/5646 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.3

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Charlotte to Durham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Durham?

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

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 Charlotte, NC - Durham, NC, US

What is the travel distance from Charlotte to Durham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Durham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Durham?

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

Best price found

09/15

$16

09/16

$24

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$24

09/18

$15

09/19

$17

09/20

$16

09/21

$18

09/22

$23

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Sep 18, 2025 with a price of $15

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 $15 to $130 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 $15 which is on 2025-09-18.

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 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 travelers 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.

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

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

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Greyhound Charlotte Durham recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Durham?

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

What is the travel distance from Charlotte to Durham?

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

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

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About Bus Travel

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