Hartford to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

523.4 miles 842.4 km · straight line
602.2 miles actual route 969.1 km · driving distance
12h 28min estimated drive time
$58 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Hartford from Raleigh?

The distance from Hartford to Raleigh is 523.4 miles (842.4 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Hartford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 602.2 miles, taking about 12h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Hartford in Connecticut and Raleigh in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Hartford 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 Hartford to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 28min $58 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 58min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~16h 12min $72–$211* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hartford & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Hartford
41.77°N, 72.67°W
America/New_York
18m 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 174 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM