The average bus between Washington DC and Research Triangle takes 8h 28m and the fastest bus takes 7h 2m. The bus service runs several times per day from Washington DC to Research Triangle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Washington DC and Research Triangle. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Washington DC is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Research Triangle at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at 11 St NW+F St NW and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 49m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Washington DC to Research Triangle? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Research Triangle. However, there are services departing from Washington DC station and arriving at Research Triangle station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.
Washington DC to Research Triangle bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Washington DC to Research Triangle bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Durham station.
The distance between Washington DC and Research Triangle is 369.2 km. The road distance is 490 km.
Flixbus USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Durham 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Greyhound USA also services this route 3 times a day.