How far is Cary, NC from Raleigh, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cary and Raleigh is 8.1 miles (13.04 km).
Flight distance from Cary, NC to Raleigh, NC is 8.1 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cary, North Carolina to Raleigh, North Carolina is: 11.54 miles (18.58 km) by car.
Driving from Cary to Raleigh will take approximately 00 hours 14 minutes.
#1 Cary
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 173587 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°47'30"N 78°46'52"W |
| Latitude | 35.7915400 |
| Longitude | -78.7811200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Raleigh
The capital of North Carolina, Raleigh is a major center for business, government, and education. The city is home to a number of Fortune 500 companies, as well as the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, one of the top public universities in the country. Raleigh is also a popular tourist destination, known for its many parks and gardens, its vibrant arts and culture scene, and its mild climate.
| Population | 474414 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°46'20"N 78°38'19"W |
| Latitude | 35.7721000 |
| Longitude | -78.6386100 |
| Altitude | 96 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Raleigh: East South Street (-78.638606,35.772148)
Estimated Travel Time Between Cary and Raleigh
The distance between Cary and Raleigh is 19 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 12 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Cary and Raleigh. The current time is 07:17:06.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 08 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.54 liters (0.41 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cary and Raleigh.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cary to Raleigh is $1.31 (diesel $1.73).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $1.31 | $1.48 | $1.63 | $1.73 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in North Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.226 (Diesel $4.243) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cary and Raleigh (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
