How far is Raleigh, NC from Durham, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Raleigh and Durham is 21.14 miles (34.02 km).
Flight distance from Raleigh, NC to Durham, NC is 21.14 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Durham, North Carolina is: 28.5 miles (45.87 km) by car.
Driving from Raleigh to Durham will take approximately 00 hours 28 minutes.
#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 |
#2 Durham
The third most populous city in North Carolina and the center of the Durham metropolitan area. It is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. Durham is known for its college basketball team, the Duke Blue Devils, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Nasher Museum of Art and the Carolina Theatre.
| Population | 285897 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°59'39"N 78°53'55"W |
| Latitude | 35.9940300 |
| Longitude | -78.8986200 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Durham: (-78.898591,35.994064)
Estimated Travel Time Between Raleigh and Durham
The distance between Raleigh and Durham is 46 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 30 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 Durham. The current time is 08:42:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.81 liters (1.01 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Raleigh and Durham.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Raleigh to Durham is $3.24 (diesel $4.27).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $3.24 | $3.65 | $4.03 | $4.27 |
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 December 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Raleigh and Durham (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
