Petersburg to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

121.4 miles 195.3 km · straight line
130.7 miles actual route 210.3 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
$13 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Petersburg from Raleigh?

The distance from Petersburg to Raleigh is 121.4 miles (195.3 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Petersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 130.7 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Petersburg in Virginia 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. 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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min $13 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $10–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Petersburg & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Petersburg
37.23°N, 77.40°W
America/New_York
22m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 205.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM