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

119.8 miles 192.8 km · straight line
149.8 miles estimated 241 km · driving distance
3h 1min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
135° SE bearing direction

How far is Blacksburg from Durham, North Carolina?

The distance from Blacksburg to Durham, North Carolina is 119.8 miles (192.8 km) as the crow flies. Durham, North Carolina is located SE of Blacksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 149.8 miles, taking about 3h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Blacksburg in Virginia 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Blacksburg and Durham, North Carolina. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Blacksburg to Durham, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 1min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 37min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 52min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blacksburg & Durham, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Blacksburg
37.23°N, 80.41°W
America/New_York
633m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 207.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients