Do you need a car?
A car is helpful for Eno River and North Durham, while downtown-focused travelers can use rideshare for a few cross-town anchors.
Local transport guide
How to Get Around Durham
Downtown, American Tobacco, Brightleaf, and City Center work as a walking lane. Duke, the museum district, and Eno River are separate moves.
Arriving
RDU is the nearby commercial airport, roughly 14 road miles from downtown Durham. Confirm current ground-transport options before arrival.
Getting around locally
GoDurham operates local bus service; use its current trip planner for a time-sensitive connection.
Parking
Use the City of Durham parking resources for current garage, street-parking, and event-night information.
Local transport guidance checked 2026-09-23. Confirm current schedules, fares, and access before departure.
Confirm current details with Official Sarah P. Duke Gardens information before departure.
Travel conditions, access, and reservations can change. Check official sources close to departure.