How far is Shelby, NC from Raleigh, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Shelby and Raleigh is 166.22 miles (267.51 km).
Flight distance from Shelby, NC to Raleigh, NC is 166.22 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 25 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 23 minutes to travel from Shelby to Raleigh with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Shelby, North Carolina to Raleigh, North Carolina is: 211.38 miles (340.18 km) by car.
Driving from Shelby to Raleigh will take approximately 03 hours 12 minutes.
#1 Shelby
City in and the county seat of Cleveland County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 20145 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°17'32"N 81°32'8"W |
| Latitude | 35.2923500 |
| Longitude | -81.5356500 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| 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 Shelby and Raleigh
The distance between Shelby and Raleigh is 340 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 46 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 Shelby and Raleigh. The current time is 04:34:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 17 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 31 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 49 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 38 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 28.24 liters (7.46 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Shelby and Raleigh.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Shelby to Raleigh is $24.06 (diesel $31.65).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $24.06 | $27.08 | $29.91 | $31.65 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Shelby and Raleigh (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
