Durham, North Carolina to Laurel, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.1 miles 389.7 km · straight line
302.7 miles estimated 487.1 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
27° NNE bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Laurel, Maryland?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Laurel, Maryland is 242.1 miles (389.7 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Maryland is located NNE of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.7 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Laurel, Maryland in Maryland.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Durham, North Carolina and Laurel, Maryland. 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 Laurel, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Laurel, Maryland

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients