Raleigh to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

194.2 miles 312.6 km · straight line
234.3 miles actual route 377 km · driving distance
4h 39min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Spartanburg?

The distance from Raleigh to Spartanburg is 194.2 miles (312.6 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located WSW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.3 miles, taking about 4h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Spartanburg in South 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 Raleigh and Spartanburg. 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 Spartanburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 39min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 35min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 25min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Spartanburg

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Spartanburg
34.95°N, 81.93°W
America/New_York
246m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 128.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM