Durham, North Carolina to Fredericksburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

178.1 miles 286.7 km · straight line
222.7 miles estimated 358.4 km · driving distance
4h 29min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Fredericksburg?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Fredericksburg is 178.1 miles (286.7 km) as the crow flies. Fredericksburg is located NNE of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 222.7 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Fredericksburg in Virginia.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Durham, North Carolina and Fredericksburg. 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 Durham, North Carolina to Fredericksburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 29min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 23min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 16min $27–$78* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Fredericksburg

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Fredericksburg
38.30°N, 77.46°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients