Albany, New York to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

541.8 miles 871.9 km · straight line
624.9 miles actual route 1005.6 km · driving distance
12h 42min estimated drive time
$60 - $74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 35min flight time
210° SSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Raleigh?

The distance from Albany, New York to Raleigh is 541.8 miles (871.9 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 624.9 miles, taking about 12h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Raleigh in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York 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 Albany, New York to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 42min $60 - $74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 14min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~16h 31min $75–$219* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m 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 181 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM