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Research Triangle Park Area
Transportation and accessibility
On the move
Public transport
Research Triangle Park offers comprehensive transit options through GoTriangle and GoDurham services. GoTriangle Route 100 provides regular connections to RDU Airport, Raleigh, and Durham. GoDurham Routes 10 and 11 serve Davis Drive, connecting RTP to Duke University and downtown Durham. Additionally, the local microtransit program offers on-demand, door-to-door rides within designated zones from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., bookable through the GoDurham ACCESS app or by phone.
Airports
The Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately a 10-minute drive and serves as a hub for American Airlines, offering extensive domestic and international connections. The Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 160 miles southwest, while Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro provides additional options about 80 miles northwest of the area.
Cars and driving
Research Triangle Park offers highway access via Interstate 40, which runs directly through the area and connects to major regional destinations. Downtown Durham is approximately a 20-minute drive, depending on traffic conditions. Raleigh's city center is about a 25-30 minute drive.
Pedestrians and bicycles
Research Triangle Park features 22 miles of interconnected trails throughout its campus, creating an extensive network for pedestrian and cyclist commuting within the area. The nearby American Tobacco Trail winds 22.6 miles through Durham County, with an 11-mile paved section ideal for recreation.