A journey from Morrisville NC to Raleigh NC, is a dreadful undertaking. One might think that such a short distance would be simple, a mere hop, skip, and jump across the state. However, the road between these two cities is filled with unexpected perils and disheartening delays. Fear not, for you’ve stumbled upon the most delightful of guides for the journey from Morrisville to Raleigh!
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How to get from Morrisville NC to Raleigh NC
Parking is plentiful in both Morrisville and Raleigh, so driving is a convenient option. There are several routes to choose from, depending on your preference. For a more budget-friendly journey, consider public transportation. Buses and trains offer regular service, though schedules may be less flexible. If you need transportation outside of regular hours or after consuming alcohol, taxis or rideshares are reliable choices. For a more active and eco-friendly experience, biking is a great option. There are various routes to suit different skill levels and preferences.
Driving from Morrisville NC to Raleigh NC
There are several routes you can choose to drive between Morrisville and Raleigh taking between 23 and 30 minutes without traffic. From downtown Morrisville to downtown Raleigh, the fastest route will use I-40 to Wade Avenue. If you would like to avoid highways, Chapel Hill Rd to Durham Rd to E Chatham St to Western Blvd is an alternate, slightly slower route. Use Google Maps to plan your exact route with turn-by-turn directions.
Parking
Parking is readily available and relatively affordable if not free in most parts of Raleigh and Morrisville. Be sure to read signs and you should have no problems.
Buses from Morrisville NC to Raleigh NC
GoTriangle Route 100 provides public bus service between the Regional Transit Center and the GoRaleigh Station. From Morrisville, you can catch it at Copley Pkwy and Slater Rd (eastbound to Raleigh.) This bus runs every 30-60 minutes and takes approximately 30 minutes from Morrisville to Raleigh.
Use Google Maps or one of these apps for trip planning and bus tracking to find the combination of busses that will get you from your specific starting destination your final destination.
A single ride on a GoTriangle bus costs $2.50. Additional bus fares and pass information can be found here.
Taxis and Rideshares
Taxis are not particularly common in Raleigh or Morrisville. The biggest company, Taxi Taxi can be booked online or by calling 919-333-3333. These taxis run on a meter and rates are $4.20 for the first mile and 25¢ for each additional 1/10-mile.
More common in Raleigh is getting around by rideshare. Rideshare companies operating in Raleigh and Morrisville include Uber and Lyft. Use the apps to book a ride which should take approximately 23-25 minutes and cost around $17-20 if there is no traffic.
Biking
It is possible to cycle from Morrisville to Raleigh in as little as about 1 hour and 20 minutes. That said, that’s assuming you’re comfortable riding on busy roads without little to no bicycle infrastructure.
This alternate route takes about 1h 40 minutes using mostly greenway trails.
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