Athens, Georgia to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

296.6 miles 477.3 km · straight line
359.2 miles actual route 578 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Athens, Georgia from Raleigh?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to Raleigh is 296.6 miles (477.3 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located ENE of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.2 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and Raleigh in North Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Athens, Georgia 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 Athens, Georgia to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Georgia & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Athens, Georgia
33.96°N, 83.38°W
America/New_York
228m 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 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM