Bus from Chicago to Durham, NC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Durham on January 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Durham Greyhound Bus StationCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Durham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:43 AM CST.

Get from Chicago to Durham

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
987 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Durham, NC, US by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Durham?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Durham start from $161. The average price for this route is around $292. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Durham?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Durham is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 987 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Durham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Durham?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Durham at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Durham?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Durham generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Durham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Durham?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Durham?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Durham?

    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
01-21
$255
01-22
No data
Today
$312
01-24
$312
01-25
$158
01-26
$151
01-27
No data
01-28
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $151

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

You can expect to pay from $151 to $340 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2026-01-26.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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