Boston, Massachusetts to Durham, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

607.6 miles 977.8 km · straight line
693.4 miles actual route 1115.9 km · driving distance
14h 3min estimated drive time
$67 - $82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
226° SW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Durham, North Carolina?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Durham, North Carolina is 607.6 miles (977.8 km) as the crow flies. Durham, North Carolina is located SW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 693.4 miles, taking about 14h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Boston, Massachusetts 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 Boston, Massachusetts to Durham, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 3min $67 - $82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 52min $55–$104* Budget
Train ~18h 16min $83–$243* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Durham, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m 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 203 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM