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

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Smyrna?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Smyrna is 425.9 miles (685.4 km) as the crow flies. Smyrna is located W of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 511.1 miles, taking about 10h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Smyrna in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

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