How far is Salem, NC from Raleigh, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salem and Raleigh is 171.6 miles (276.16 km).
Flight distance from Salem, NC to Raleigh, NC is 171.6 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Salem to Raleigh with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salem, North Carolina to Raleigh, North Carolina is: 194.91 miles (313.68 km) by car.
Driving from Salem to Raleigh will take approximately 03 hours 07 minutes.
#1 Salem
Township in Burke County, North Carolina
| Population | 2218 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°41'55"N 81°41'49"W |
| Latitude | 35.6987400 |
| Longitude | -81.6970400 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| 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 Salem and Raleigh
The distance between Salem and Raleigh is 314 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 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 Salem and Raleigh. The current time is 03:38:57.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 53 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.04 liters (6.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salem and Raleigh.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salem to Raleigh is $22.19 (diesel $29.18).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $22.19 | $24.97 | $27.58 | $29.18 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salem and Raleigh (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
