Raleigh to Rehoboth Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

282.2 miles 454.2 km · straight line
351.9 miles actual route 566.4 km · driving distance
7h 49min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Rehoboth Beach?

The distance from Raleigh to Rehoboth Beach is 282.2 miles (454.2 km) as the crow flies. Rehoboth Beach is located NE of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.9 miles, taking about 7h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Rehoboth Beach in Delaware.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Raleigh and Rehoboth Beach. 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 Raleigh to Rehoboth Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 49min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 23min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~7h 26min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Rehoboth Beach

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Rehoboth Beach
38.72°N, 75.08°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM