Durham, North Carolina to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1678.8 miles 2701.7 km · straight line
2091.7 miles actual route 3366.2 km · driving distance
41h 25min estimated drive time
$201 - $248 estimated fuel cost
~3h 53min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Mexico City?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Mexico City is 1678.8 miles (2701.7 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located SW of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2091.7 miles, taking about 41h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 53min. Durham, North Carolina is in North Carolina, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Durham, North Carolina and Mexico City. 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 Durham, North Carolina to Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 41h 25min $201 - $248 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~49h 42min $167–$314* Budget
Train ~53h 51min $251–$732* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 560 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 140 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 14.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM