Dover, Delaware to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

289.2 miles 465.4 km · straight line
356 miles actual route 572.9 km · driving distance
7h 25min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Dover, Delaware from Raleigh?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Raleigh is 289.2 miles (465.4 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356 miles, taking about 7h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dover, Delaware 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 Dover, Delaware to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 25min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 54min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~7h 3min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, Delaware & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Dover, Delaware
39.16°N, 75.52°W
America/New_York
9m 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 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM