Kingsport to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.2 miles 362.4 km · straight line
276.8 miles actual route 445.5 km · driving distance
5h 23min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
102° ESE bearing direction

How far is Kingsport from Raleigh?

The distance from Kingsport to Raleigh is 225.2 miles (362.4 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located ESE of Kingsport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.8 miles, taking about 5h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Kingsport in Tennessee and Raleigh 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kingsport 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 Kingsport to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 23min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 28min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 7min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingsport & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Kingsport
36.55°N, 82.56°W
America/New_York
369m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM