What is the cheapest way to get from Research Triangle to Austin?

The cheapest way to get from Research Triangle to Austin is to fly which costs $130 - $310 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Research Triangle to Austin?

The fastest way to get from Research Triangle to Austin is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $130 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Research Triangle and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Research Triangle to Austin. However, there are services departing from RDU Airport at Terminal 1 and arriving at UT Austin - 21st/Whitis via Regional Transit Center, Durham, Atlanta Bus Station and 593 S Lamar St Dallas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 28m.

How far is it from Research Triangle to Austin?

The distance between Research Triangle and Austin is 1175 miles. The road distance is 1288.6 miles.

How do I travel from Research Triangle to Austin without a car?

The best way to get from Research Triangle to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 30h 15m and costs $240 - $410.

How long does it take to get from Research Triangle to Austin?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Research Triangle to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Research Triangle to Austin bus from?

Research Triangle to Austin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Durham station.

Train, bus or fly from Research Triangle to Austin?

The best way to get from Research Triangle to Austin is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $130 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $410 and takes 30h 15m, you could also train, which costs $310 - $2,000 and takes 43h 40m.

Where does the Research Triangle to Austin bus arrive?

Research Triangle to Austin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

Can I drive from Research Triangle to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Research Triangle to Austin is 1289 miles. It takes approximately 23h 20m to drive from Research Triangle to Austin.

Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1565+ hotels available in Austin.

Research Triangle to Austin - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Research Triangle to Austin by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
best
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)RDU - AUS
4h 10m
$139–302
Fly to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK)RDU - GRK
2. Drive from Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK) to Austin
6h 15m
$119–521
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durham to Atlanta Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Houston Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Hyatt Regency Houston to Austin
30h 15m
$247–409
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Durham Amtrak Station to Greensboro
2. Take the train from Greensboro to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
3. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Downtown Austin
36h 20m
$226–535
Drive 1,281.1 mi
1. Drive from Research Triangle to Austin1,281.1 mi
23h 20m
$234–338
Bus via Dallas
1. Take the bus from Durham to Atlanta Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Dallas Bus Station
3. Take the bus from 593 S Lamar St Dallas to UT Austin - 21st/Whitis
32h 28m
$131–342
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Cary to Greensboro
2. Take the train from Greensboro to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
3. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to San Antonio Amtrak Station
4. Take the train from San Antonio Amtrak Station to Austin
43h 40m
$312–1,971

Research Triangle to Austin by bus, tram, and foot

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30h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,168.5 mi
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What companies run services between Research Triangle, NC, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

Delta and Southwest Airlines fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RDU Airport at Terminal 1 to Austin via Regional Transit Center, Durham Station Gate J, Durham, Atlanta Bus Station, Houston Bus Station, Magnolia Park Transit Center WB, Central Station Capitol WB, and Hyatt Regency Houston in around 30h 15m.

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