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

150.1 miles 241.6 km · straight line
187.7 miles estimated 302 km · driving distance
3h 47min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Williamsburg?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Williamsburg is 150.1 miles (241.6 km) as the crow flies. Williamsburg is located NE of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 187.7 miles, taking about 3h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Williamsburg 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. 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 Williamsburg. 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 Williamsburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 47min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 32min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 36min $23–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Williamsburg

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Williamsburg
37.27°N, 76.71°W
America/New_York
26m 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 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 165.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients