Raleigh to West Palm Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

631.8 miles 1016.8 km · straight line
734.4 miles actual route 1181.9 km · driving distance
13h 28min estimated drive time
$71 - $87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
188° S bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from West Palm Beach?

The distance from Raleigh to West Palm Beach is 631.8 miles (1016.8 km) as the crow flies. West Palm Beach is located S of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 734.4 miles, taking about 13h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and West Palm Beach in Florida.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Raleigh and West Palm Beach. 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 West Palm Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 28min $71 - $87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 10min $59–$110* Budget
Train ~17h 30min $88–$257* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & West Palm Beach

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
West Palm Beach
26.72°N, 80.05°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 211 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM