Hillsborough to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

390.9 miles 629.1 km · straight line
456 miles actual route 733.9 km · driving distance
9h 28min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Hillsborough from Raleigh?

The distance from Hillsborough to Raleigh is 390.9 miles (629.1 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Hillsborough. By car, the driving distance is approximately 456 miles, taking about 9h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Hillsborough in New Jersey and Raleigh in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 28min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 22min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~9h 0min $55–$160* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hillsborough & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Hillsborough
40.48°N, 74.63°W
America/New_York
26m 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 130 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM