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Hillsborough
Transportation and accessibility
On the move
Public transport
Hillsborough provides comprehensive public transit options for residents. The fare-free Hillsborough Circulator operates Monday through Friday, connecting downtown to key destinations including shopping centers, UNC Health Care-Hillsborough Campus, and Durham Tech Orange County Campus. Regional connectivity via the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector provides mid-day service to Chapel Hill and Cedar Grove. GoTriangle's ODX express route links Hillsborough to Durham during peak hours, while Route 420 offers morning and late afternoon service to Chapel Hill.
Airports
The Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately a 30-minute drive. RDU serves as a major hub for American Airlines and offers extensive domestic and international connections. Regional alternatives include Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro and Fayetteville Regional Airport.
Cars and driving
Hillsborough's location along US Route 70 and NC Highway 86 connects residents to Chapel Hill, Durham, and the Research Triangle region, making Hillsborough an attractive location. Downtown commutes typically range from 20 to 40 minutes, with moderate traffic conditions throughout the area.
Pedestrians and bicycles
The Riverwalk Greenway serves as Hillsborough's premier pedestrian and cycling corridor, stretching 1.8 miles along the Eno River from Gold Park to the Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail. This paved trail connects downtown areas and residential neighborhoods, operating daily from 7 a.m. until sunset. The trail serves as part of the North Carolina Mountains-to-Sea Trail and offers scenic river views while connecting key destinations.