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

149.3 miles 240.2 km · straight line
186.6 miles estimated 300.3 km · driving distance
3h 45min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
356° N bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Staunton?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Staunton is 149.3 miles (240.2 km) as the crow flies. Staunton is located N of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 186.6 miles, taking about 3h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Staunton in Virginia.

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. 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 Staunton. 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 Staunton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 45min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 30min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 34min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Staunton

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Staunton
38.15°N, 79.07°W
America/New_York
432m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients