How to get from Raleigh to Duke University by bus?

From Raleigh to Duke University by bus

To get from Raleigh to Duke University in Durham, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 41 bus from Morrill Dr at Cates Ave (Nb) station to Hillsborough St at Brooks Ave (Wb) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DRX bus and finally take the 400 bus from Chapel Hill St at Gregson St (Wb) station to Erwin Rd at Morreene Rd (Sb) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The bus schedule from Raleigh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Duke University on the Moovit app.

69min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4141
Bus - DRXDRX
Bus - 400400
Walk to Duke University
Leaves from Morrill Dr at Cates Ave (Nb)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Morrill Dr at Cates Ave (Nb)
    ID 8567
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Route 41
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hillsborough St at Brooks Ave (Wb)
    ID 8240
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hillsborough St at Brooks Ave (Wb)
    ID 8240
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - DRXDRX
    Wait for bus
    DRX
    Durham And Duke
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Willard St at Durham Station
    ID 57746
    38 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chapel Hill St at Gregson St (Wb)
    ID 5507
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 400400
    Wait for bus
    400
    Chapel Hill And Unc Hospitals
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Erwin Rd at Morreene Rd (Sb)
    ID 5145
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Duke University
    Walk to
    Duke University
    3090 Erwin Rd Durham, NC 27705
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Raleigh to Duke University

The distance between Raleigh, Durham and Duke University, Durham is approximately 27.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Raleigh to Duke University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Durham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Raleigh to Duke University

To check the bus schedule from Raleigh to Duke University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Raleigh) and destination (Duke University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Raleigh to Duke University?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Bus line 41, Bus line DRX, Bus line 400.

  • Is there a direct bus between Raleigh and Duke University?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Raleigh to Duke University?

    The 41 bus line goes from Morrill Dr at Cates Ave (Nb) station near Raleigh in Raleigh to Hillsborough St at Brooks Ave (Wb) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hillsborough St at Brooks Ave (Wb) station near Duke University in Durham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Raleigh to Duke University by bus?

    The total travel time between Raleigh in Raleigh and Duke University in Durham by bus is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Raleigh to get to Duke University?

    Get on the 41 bus from the Morrill Dr at Cates Ave (Nb) stop near Raleigh in Raleigh.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Raleigh and Duke University?

    Get off the bus at the Hillsborough St at Brooks Ave (Wb) stop, which is closest to Duke University in Durham.

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