Colonial Heights to Durham, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

120.8 miles 194.4 km · straight line
151 miles estimated 243 km · driving distance
3h 2min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Colonial Heights from Durham, North Carolina?

The distance from Colonial Heights to Durham, North Carolina is 120.8 miles (194.4 km) as the crow flies. Durham, North Carolina is located SW of Colonial Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151 miles, taking about 3h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Colonial Heights 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. 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. 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 Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights to Durham, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 2min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 38min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 53min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colonial Heights & Durham, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Colonial Heights
37.27°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
29m 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 206.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients