Raleigh to Salisbury, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244.6 miles 393.7 km · straight line
317.6 miles actual route 511.1 km · driving distance
6h 50min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
42° NE bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Salisbury, Maryland?

The distance from Raleigh to Salisbury, Maryland is 244.6 miles (393.7 km) as the crow flies. Salisbury, Maryland is located NE of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.6 miles, taking about 6h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Salisbury, Maryland in Maryland.

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 Salisbury, Maryland. 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 Salisbury, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 50min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 12min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Salisbury, Maryland

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Salisbury, Maryland
38.36°N, 75.60°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM