Radford to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.6 miles 229.5 km · straight line
180.5 miles actual route 290.5 km · driving distance
4h 4min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
130° SE bearing direction

How far is Radford from Raleigh?

The distance from Radford to Raleigh is 142.6 miles (229.5 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SE of Radford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.5 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Radford 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Radford 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 Radford to Raleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 4min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 53min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 52min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Radford & Raleigh

Quick Facts

Radford
37.13°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
567m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 174.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM