Transfer Options from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and Durham are all home to major research universities, that make up the Research Triangle in North Carolina. The University of North Carolina (UNC), one of the nation’s oldest public universities, is situated in the lively college town of Chapel Hill. Along Franklin Street, you can enjoy your time at an array of shops, bars, and restaurants. Chapel Hill is also home to the Ackland Art Museum, North Carolina Botanical Garden, Morehead Planetarium & Science Center.

The distance from Raleigh Durham Airport to UNC Chapel Hill is around 19 miles (31 kilometres). After landing at the airport, you can reach Chapel Hill by taxi or bus. Taking an airport taxi is the only direct, most comfortable and easiest way to travel from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill. The journey takes around 20 minutes by taxi, and the fare costs around $50 (€47.20). You can also take the RDU or 100 bus and transfer to the 800 bus to reach Chapel Hill. The travel time by bus is around 45 minutes, and the fare costs $2.25 (€2.10).

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€50	25min	24/7
Bus	€4.50	45min	06:38–22:38

How to get from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill by taxi

Taking a taxi from Raleigh Durham airport to Chapel Hill is the easiest and most comfortable transfer option. TaxiTaxi is the main company that provides services at the airport. The trip from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill takes around 25 minutes and the taxi fare is estimated to cost around $50 (€47.20).

Taxi fare from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill

TaxiTaxi is the main taxi company serving Raleigh airport. The fare is determined by a taximeter based on the following rates: a base rate of $1.95 (€1.80), $2.50 (€2.40) per mile, and $15 (€14.10) per hour of standing or waiting. For the journey from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill, you can expect to pay around $50 (€47.20). For a flat rate with no additional charges, you can also pre-book a private and personalised airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

$50

Trip Duration

25 min

Fares may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill are available 24/7.

Where do I get a taxi?

Taxis are available at both terminals of Raleigh airport. If you are coming from Terminal 1, you’ll find the local taxi rank on the Ticketing and Baggage Claim Level outside, along the street, opposite Zone 4. If you are coming from Terminal 2, you’ll see the taxi rank on the Baggage Claim Level outside the building, opposite Zone 5.

Convenience

Taking a taxi is the easiest, quickest and only direct mode of transportation from Raleigh Durham Airport to Chapel Hill. Taxis offer comfortable and spacious transfers, which is a plus – especially if you are travelling with kiddos and/or lots of luggage. Moreover, taxis offer 24/7 door-to-door service, so you won’t have to worry about getting lost or wasting time waiting for the bus.

Editor’s Note

If you are in Chapel Hill and need a taxi to get to Raleigh Airport, finding one to flag down may be very difficult, so we recommend booking in advance for your convenience.

Useful Tips

Tipping taxi drivers is a standard practice throughout the US. It is common to tip great drivers 20% for their service.

Most taxi companies accept payment by card.

How to get from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill by Bus

The cheapest way of transportation from Raleigh Durham Airport to Chapel Hill is by bus. To reach the university town, you will need to take two buses. From the airport, you will take either bus 100 or the RDU bus to GoTriangle Regional Transit Center. From there, you can take bus 800 the rest of the way to Chapel Hill. Both bus 100 and the RDU bus are available from 6:38 to 22:38 on weekdays, 7:38 to 22:38 on Saturdays, and 7:38 to 20:38 on Sundays. Bus 800 runs from 6:00 to 22:30 on weekdays, 7:30 to 22:30 on Saturdays, and 7:30 to 20:30 on Sundays. Buses run every half hour or every hour depending on the time of day. Excluding waiting time, the trip takes around 45 minutes.

How much is the fare for the bus from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill?

A regular single-trip ticket costs $2.25 (€2.10). Tickets can be purchased in cash from the bus driver. You can request a free transfer card from the driver. Seniors 65 and up and kids 12 and under can ride for free. Kids aged 13 to 18 can ride for free with a Youth GoPass. Persons with a disability can purchase their tickets at a discounted rate. GoTriangle offers different day passes, 7-day passes, 31-day passes, and Value Cards.

Cost

$2.25

Trip Duration

45 min

There is a wait time of up to 60 minutes for the bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Bus 100 or the RDU bus is available from 6:38 to 22:38 on weekdays, 7:38 to 22:38 on Saturdays, and 7:38 to 20:38 on Sundays. Bus 800 runs from 6:00 to 22:30 on weekdays, 7:30 to 22:30 on Saturdays, and 7:30 to 20:30 on Sundays.

Where can I find the bus?

Bus 100 and the RDU bus stop at both Raleigh Durham airport terminals. At Terminal 1, you can find the bus outside, at Zone 2 on the Ticketing and Baggage Claim Level, while at Terminal 2, you can find the bus on the Baggage Claim level outside, at Zone 6. Bus 100 or the RDU bus will take you to the GoTriangle Regional Transit Center where you will need to transfer to bus 800.

Convenience

Taking the bus is the cheapest mode of transportation from Raleigh Durham Airport to Chapel Hill, but you’ll be adding time and effort to your transfer. Moreover, once you reach Chapel Hill, if you take the bus, you may need to take a third bus, a taxi, or walk to reach your exact destination, depending on how far from the stop you’re located.

Timetables

RDU bus

Bus 100

Bus 800

Editor’s Note

Keep in mind, the GoTriangle bus fares are currently free for all travellers until June 2023.

Useful Tips

If you need to transfer buses, you can ask the driver for a free transfer card. If you are transferring from a regional bus to an express bus, you will need to pay $0.70 for the transfer card.

You can download the TransLoc Rider app to track your bus journey in real-time.

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How do I get from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill?

You can get from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill by taxi or bus. The taxi trip takes around 25 minutes and costs $50 (€47.20). If you chose to take the bus, you will need to take two buses – either the RDU bus or bus 100 and then transfer to bus 800, to reach your destination. The travel time by bus is 45 minutes, excluding wait times, and a single ticket costs $2.25 (€2.10).

Is there a direct bus from Raleigh-Durham Airport to the UNC at Chapel Hill?

There is not a direct bus going from the airport to Chapel Hill. Instead, you have to take either bus 100 or the RDU bus to the GoTriangle Regional Transfer Center. From there, you can take bus 800 the rest of the way to Chapel Hill.

What's the cost of a taxi from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill?

The cost of your taxi fare from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill will be estimated by a taximeter. An average fare you can expect to pay is around $50 (€47.20), however, if you wish to benefit from a fixed-rate fare and no hidden fees, you may wish to consider booking your ride in advance with Welcome Pickups.

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How to get from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill by taxi

Taxi fare from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill

Cost

$50

Trip Duration

25 min

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill are available 24/7.

Where do I get a taxi?

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Editor’s Note

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How to get from Raleigh Airport to Chapel Hill by Bus

How much is the fare for the bus from Raleigh airport to Chapel Hill?

Cost

$2.25

Trip Duration

45 min

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Bus 100 or the RDU bus is available from 6:38 to 22:38 on weekdays, 7:38 to 22:38 on Saturdays, and 7:38 to 20:38 on Sundays. Bus 800 runs from 6:00 to 22:30 on weekdays, 7:30 to 22:30 on Saturdays, and 7:30 to 20:30 on Sundays.

Where can I find the bus?

Convenience

Timetables

RDU bus

Bus 100

Bus 800

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

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