Baltimore to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.8 miles 429.3 km · straight line
300.2 miles actual route 483.1 km · driving distance
6h 12min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Raleigh?

The distance from Baltimore to Raleigh is 266.8 miles (429.3 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.2 miles, taking about 6h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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. 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 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 Baltimore to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 12min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 26min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 53min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM