Colonial Heights to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123.5 miles 198.7 km · straight line
135 miles actual route 217.2 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
214° SW bearing direction

How far is Colonial Heights from Raleigh?

The distance from Colonial Heights to Raleigh is 123.5 miles (198.7 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Colonial Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 135 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Colonial Heights in Virginia and Raleigh 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 Raleigh. 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 Colonial Heights to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colonial Heights & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Colonial Heights
37.27°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 201.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM