Durham, North Carolina to Wake Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

21.7 miles 35 km · straight line
28.3 miles estimated 45.5 km · driving distance
34min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
92° E bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Wake Forest?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Wake Forest is 21.7 miles (35 km) as the crow flies. Wake Forest is located E of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 28.3 miles, taking about 34min. 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 Wake Forest. 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 Wake Forest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Wake Forest
35.98°N, 78.51°W
America/New_York
119m 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 · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients