Fuquay-Varina to Petersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

137.6 miles 221.5 km · straight line
172.1 miles estimated 276.9 km · driving distance
3h 28min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Fuquay-Varina from Petersburg?

The distance from Fuquay-Varina to Petersburg is 137.6 miles (221.5 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located NE of Fuquay-Varina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.1 miles, taking about 3h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Fuquay-Varina in North Carolina and Petersburg 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 Fuquay-Varina and Petersburg. 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 Fuquay-Varina to Petersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 28min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 10min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 18min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fuquay-Varina & Petersburg

Quick Facts

Fuquay-Varina
35.58°N, 78.80°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
Petersburg
37.23°N, 77.40°W
America/New_York
22m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients