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Downtown Durham
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Transportation and accessibility
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Public transport
Downtown Durham residents have access to comprehensive public transit through the GoDurham bus system, which operates multiple routes connecting the urban core to surrounding neighborhoods. All routes converge at Durham Station, providing convenient transfers. Durham Station also serves as an Amtrak hub, offering Carolinian and Piedmont services to Raleigh, Charlotte, and other destinations along the eastern corridor.
Airports
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) sits approximately 14 miles from downtown Durham, making it accessible for residents. The drive typically takes about 17 minutes under normal traffic conditions. RDU serves as a major hub for American Airlines and offers extensive domestic and international flight options. For public transit access, passengers can take GoTriangle's Route 100 bus from RDU to Durham's Regional Transit Center, then transfer to local transit routes to reach downtown neighborhoods.
Cars and driving
Downtown Durham provides access to major highways, with Interstate 85 running north-south and Interstate 40 crossing east-west nearby. Commuters can reach Research Triangle Park in approximately 15-20 minutes, while Raleigh is about 25 minutes away via I-40. Local traffic can experience congestion during peak hours, particularly along major corridors like Chapel Hill Street and Main Street. Street parking and several parking decks serve downtown residents and visitors, though availability varies during business hours and special events.
Pedestrians and bicycles
Downtown Durham offers good walkability, with many daily errands accessible on foot within the compact urban core. The city is actively expanding its cycling infrastructure through the Downtown Durham Bike Lanes project, which will install dedicated bike facilities along Chapel Hill Street, Club Boulevard, and Foster Street corridors. The Ellerbe Creek Trail provides a scenic 4-mile route for walking, jogging, and cycling, connecting downtown to surrounding neighborhoods. Additional trails like the West Ellerbe Creek Trail and the planned Durham Rail Trail further enhance the neighborhood's pedestrian and cycling network.
