Durham, North Carolina to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.7 miles 363.2 km · straight line
257.9 miles actual route 415 km · driving distance
4h 56min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Washington DC?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Washington DC is 225.7 miles (363.2 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NNE of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 257.9 miles, taking about 4h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 Washington DC. 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 Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 56min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 55min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 41min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM