Centreville to Wake Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

206.4 miles 332.1 km · straight line
257.9 miles estimated 415.1 km · driving distance
5h 11min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
197° SSW bearing direction

How far is Centreville from Wake Forest?

The distance from Centreville to Wake Forest is 206.4 miles (332.1 km) as the crow flies. Wake Forest is located SSW of Centreville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 257.9 miles, taking about 5h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Centreville in Virginia and Wake Forest 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 Centreville and Wake Forest. 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 Centreville to Wake Forest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 11min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 13min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 55min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Centreville & Wake Forest

Quick Facts

Centreville
38.84°N, 77.43°W
America/New_York
108m elevation
Wake Forest
35.98°N, 78.51°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 120.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients