For the last couple of years, the long bus ride from finish, back to start, has been on the morning following the end of CNC.  Camping is allowed at the end-of-ride location. (IN this case, that is at the Battleship North Carolina Park which is REALLY nice with deep grass--at least it had beautiful grass and a beautiful over-water view a couple years ago.) No food, after the end-of-ride meal is provided, so you are on your own for any dinner you want, and breakfast Sunday morning.  (There may be some apples and bananas left for the evening at camp but no guarantee.) In the past, the bus left around 9 AM Sunday but that could change. (You will get plenty of notice.)

As far as arrival back in Asheville, I am less certain.  The trip is about 425 Interstate miles if they follow Hwy 40.  Depending on the bus company used, and the driver, there MAY be an hour meal stop, or may be just a couple of quick snack and bathroom stops. (May want to plan some snacks for the bus just to be prepared.)

These are all guesses based on history so don't hold me too tightly to them. (-:

Nancy,

Send an e-mail to cyclenc@ncsports.org and they should be able to help you. There is a September 7 deadline for registering for the bus options.

Marcia