Jacksonville, North Carolina to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.3 miles 158.2 km · straight line
117.6 miles actual route 189.3 km · driving distance
2h 27min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
316° NW bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, North Carolina from Raleigh?

The distance from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Raleigh is 98.3 miles (158.2 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located NW of Jacksonville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 117.6 miles, taking about 2h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Jacksonville, North Carolina 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 Jacksonville, North Carolina to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 27min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 56min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 20min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, North Carolina & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, North Carolina
34.75°N, 77.43°W
America/New_York
4m 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 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 253.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM