Raleigh to Summerville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

210 miles 337.9 km · straight line
256.9 miles actual route 413.5 km · driving distance
4h 50min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Summerville?

The distance from Raleigh to Summerville is 210 miles (337.9 km) as the crow flies. Summerville is located SSW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.9 miles, taking about 4h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Summerville 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Raleigh and Summerville. 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 Summerville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 50min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 48min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Summerville

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Summerville
33.02°N, 80.18°W
America/New_York
27m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM