Raleigh to Valdosta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

434.2 miles 698.8 km · straight line
498 miles actual route 801.5 km · driving distance
9h 41min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Valdosta?

The distance from Raleigh to Valdosta is 434.2 miles (698.8 km) as the crow flies. Valdosta is located SW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 498 miles, taking about 9h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Valdosta in Georgia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Valdosta. 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 Valdosta

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 41min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 37min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~9h 12min $60–$174* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Valdosta

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Valdosta
30.83°N, 83.28°W
America/New_York
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 145 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM