How far is Raleigh, NC from Asheville, NC?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Raleigh and Asheville is 220.03 miles (354.11 km).

Flight distance from Raleigh, NC to Asheville, NC is 220.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 30 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 27 minutes to travel from Raleigh to Asheville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Asheville, North Carolina is: 251.16 miles (404.21 km) by car.

Driving from Raleigh to Asheville will take approximately 03 hours 43 minutes.

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#1 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
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#2 Asheville

The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It is located in the western part of the state. Asheville is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Biltmore Estate and the Asheville Art Museum.

Population 92852
GPS Coordinates 35°36'3"N 82°33'14"W
Latitude 35.6009500
Longitude -82.5540200
Altitude 649
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Raleigh and Asheville

The distance between Raleigh and Asheville is 404 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 29 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 Raleigh and Asheville. The current time is 08:03:35.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 08 hours 22 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 06 hours 16 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 05 hours 01 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 04 hours 11 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 35 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 20 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 08 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 33.55 liters (8.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Raleigh and Asheville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Raleigh to Asheville is $28.59 (diesel $37.6).

North Carolina gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.23 $3.63 $4.01 $4.24
Total $28.59 $32.18 $35.54 $37.6

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 Raleigh and Asheville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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