Raleigh to Worcester, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

578.6 miles 931.2 km · straight line
662.6 miles actual route 1066.3 km · driving distance
13h 41min estimated drive time
$64 - $78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
37° NE bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Worcester, Massachusetts?

The distance from Raleigh to Worcester, Massachusetts is 578.6 miles (931.2 km) as the crow flies. Worcester, Massachusetts is located NE of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 662.6 miles, taking about 13h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Worcester, Massachusetts in Massachusetts.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Raleigh and Worcester, Massachusetts. 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 Worcester, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 41min $64 - $78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 25min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~17h 47min $80–$232* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Worcester, Massachusetts

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Worcester, Massachusetts
42.26°N, 71.80°W
America/New_York
146m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 193 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM