Philadelphia to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Philadelphia from Raleigh?
The distance from Philadelphia to Raleigh is 344.9 miles (555.1 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SW of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 397.7 miles, taking about 8h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Philadelphia in Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 115 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
- You could travel this distance about 72.2 times to circle the Earth's equator