Baltimore to Durham, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.8 miles 418.1 km · straight line
296 miles actual route 476.3 km · driving distance
5h 52min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Durham, North Carolina?

The distance from Baltimore to Durham, North Carolina is 259.8 miles (418.1 km) as the crow flies. Durham, North Carolina is located SSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 296 miles, taking about 5h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Durham, North Carolina 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. 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 Baltimore and Durham, North Carolina. 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 Baltimore to Durham, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 52min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 2min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 34min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Durham, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM