Montreal to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

722 miles 1162 km · straight line
844.7 miles actual route 1359.4 km · driving distance
17h 5min estimated drive time
CAD 137 - CAD 169 estimated fuel cost
~1h 57min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Montreal from Raleigh?

The distance from Montreal to Raleigh is 722 miles (1162 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SSW of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 844.7 miles, taking about 17h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Montreal is in Quebec, Canada, while Raleigh is in North Carolina, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montreal 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 Montreal to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 5min CAD 137 - CAD 169 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 30min $68–$127* Budget
Train ~22h 13min $101–$296* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montreal & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m 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 241 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM