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

20.8 miles 33.4 km · straight line
24.1 miles actual route 38.8 km · driving distance
35min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
135° SE bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Raleigh?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Raleigh is 20.8 miles (33.4 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SE of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 24.1 miles, taking about 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 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 Durham, North Carolina to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m 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 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM