Raleigh to Williamsburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

148.7 miles 239.3 km · straight line
180.4 miles actual route 290.4 km · driving distance
3h 51min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Williamsburg?

The distance from Raleigh to Williamsburg is 148.7 miles (239.3 km) as the crow flies. Williamsburg is located NE of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.4 miles, taking about 3h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Williamsburg in Virginia.

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 Williamsburg. 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 Williamsburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 51min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 37min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Williamsburg

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Williamsburg
37.27°N, 76.71°W
America/New_York
26m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM