What is the cheapest way to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail?

The cheapest way to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail?

The fastest way to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail?

The distance between Chapel Hill and Appalachian Trail is 216 miles. The road distance is 165.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail without a car?

The best way to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 18m and costs $140 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail?

Yes, the driving distance between Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail.

Where can I stay near Appalachian Trail?

There are 47+ hotels available in Appalachian Trail.

Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail by bus, taxi, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Columbia & Rosemary to Coble Transportation Center4
2. Take the bus from Winston Salem(Trans Center) to Wytheville
3. Take the taxi from Wytheville to Appalachian Trail
6h 18m
$142–206
Drive 164.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail164.9 mi
3h 59m
$31–44
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Columbia & Rosemary to Greensboro Depot4
2. Take the train from Greensboro to Lynchburg
3. Take the train from Lynchburg to Roanoke
4. Take the taxi from Roanoke to Appalachian Trail
8h 4m
$140–412
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbia & Rosemary to Greensboro Depot4
2. Take the train from Greensboro to Lynchburg
3. Take the bus from Lynchburg Transit Center to Roanoke Bus Stop
4. Take the bus from 3rd St Station Slip D to Perry Street Slip 1Swb
9h 29m
$94–156

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail.

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Chapel Hill, Orange County, NC, USA and Appalachian Trail, VA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chapel Hill to Appalachian Trail. However, you can take the bus to Coble Transportation Center, take the line 1 bus to Winston-Salem Transportation Center, walk to Winston Salem(Trans Center), take the bus to Wytheville, then take the taxi to Appalachian Trail. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Greensboro Depot, walk to Greensboro, take the train to Lynchburg, take the train to Roanoke, then take the taxi to Appalachian Trail.

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