Durham, North Carolina to Rehoboth Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

282 miles 453.9 km · straight line
352.6 miles estimated 567.4 km · driving distance
7h 6min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
47° NE bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Rehoboth Beach?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Rehoboth Beach is 282 miles (453.9 km) as the crow flies. Rehoboth Beach is located NE of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.6 miles, taking about 7h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Rehoboth Beach in Delaware.

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 Rehoboth Beach. 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 Rehoboth Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 6min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 31min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 45min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Rehoboth Beach

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Rehoboth Beach
38.72°N, 75.08°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients