Newark, New Jersey to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

419.4 miles 674.9 km · straight line
479 miles actual route 770.8 km · driving distance
9h 48min estimated drive time
$46 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Raleigh?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Raleigh is 419.4 miles (674.9 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 479 miles, taking about 9h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey 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 Newark, New Jersey 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 Newark, New Jersey to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 48min $46 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 46min $38–$72* Budget
Train ~9h 19min $57–$168* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newark, New Jersey & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m 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 140 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM