Middletown, Delaware to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

299.7 miles 482.4 km · straight line
357.4 miles actual route 575.2 km · driving distance
7h 27min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Middletown, Delaware from Raleigh?

The distance from Middletown, Delaware to Raleigh is 299.7 miles (482.4 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SSW of Middletown, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.4 miles, taking about 7h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Middletown, Delaware in Delaware 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. 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 Middletown, Delaware 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 Middletown, Delaware to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 27min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 56min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~7h 5min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Middletown, Delaware & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Middletown, Delaware
39.45°N, 75.72°W
America/New_York
21m 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 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM