Cape Cod to Elizabeth City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cape Cod from Elizabeth City?

The distance from Cape Cod to Elizabeth City is 489.8 miles (788.3 km) as the crow flies. Elizabeth City is located SW of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 587.8 miles, taking about 11h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod in Massachusetts and Elizabeth City 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. 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 Cape Cod and Elizabeth City. 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.