Atlanta to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

355.2 miles 571.6 km · straight line
405 miles actual route 651.8 km · driving distance
7h 49min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
65° ENE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Raleigh?

The distance from Atlanta to Raleigh is 355.2 miles (571.6 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located ENE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 405 miles, taking about 7h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 49min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 23min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 26min $49–$142* 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

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 118 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 70.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM