Raleigh to St. Charles, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

216.9 miles 349.1 km · straight line
247.1 miles actual route 397.6 km · driving distance
5h 13min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
25° NNE bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from St. Charles, Maryland?

The distance from Raleigh to St. Charles, Maryland is 216.9 miles (349.1 km) as the crow flies. St. Charles, Maryland is located NNE of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 247.1 miles, taking about 5h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and St. Charles, 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. 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 St. Charles, 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 St. Charles, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 13min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 16min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 57min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & St. Charles, Maryland

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
St. Charles, Maryland
38.61°N, 76.92°W
America/New_York
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM