Frederick to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

260 miles 418.4 km · straight line
300.9 miles actual route 484.3 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Raleigh?

The distance from Frederick to Raleigh is 260 miles (418.4 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SSW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.9 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland and Raleigh in North Carolina.

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. 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 Frederick and Raleigh. 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 Frederick to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM