Frederick to Roanoke Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

204.4 miles 329 km · straight line
255.6 miles estimated 411.3 km · driving distance
5h 8min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
184° S bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Roanoke Rapids?

The distance from Frederick to Roanoke Rapids is 204.4 miles (329 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke Rapids is located S of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 255.6 miles, taking about 5h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland and Roanoke Rapids 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frederick and Roanoke Rapids. 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 Frederick to Roanoke Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 8min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 10min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 53min $31–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Roanoke Rapids

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
Roanoke Rapids
36.46°N, 77.65°W
America/New_York
48m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients