Akron to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

398.1 miles 640.6 km · straight line
524.9 miles actual route 844.7 km · driving distance
9h 59min estimated drive time
$51 - $62 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Akron from Raleigh?

The distance from Akron to Raleigh is 398.1 miles (640.6 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SSE of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 524.9 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Raleigh in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Raleigh. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 59min $51 - $62 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 59min $42–$79* Budget
Train ~9h 29min $63–$184* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 133 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 62.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM