How far is Waxhaw, NC from Raleigh, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waxhaw and Raleigh is 132.28 miles (212.88 km).
Flight distance from Waxhaw, NC to Raleigh, NC is 132.28 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Waxhaw to Raleigh with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waxhaw, North Carolina to Raleigh, North Carolina is: 156.38 miles (251.68 km) by car.
Driving from Waxhaw to Raleigh will take approximately 02 hours 55 minutes.
#1 Waxhaw
Town in Union County, North Carolina, USA
| Population | 17987 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 34°55'29"N 80°44'36"W |
| Latitude | 34.9245900 |
| Longitude | -80.7434000 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| 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 Waxhaw and Raleigh
The distance between Waxhaw and Raleigh is 252 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 47 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 Waxhaw and Raleigh. The current time is 00:15:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 12 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 54 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.89 liters (5.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waxhaw and Raleigh.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waxhaw to Raleigh is $17.8 (diesel $23.41).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $17.8 | $20.04 | $22.13 | $23.41 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waxhaw and Raleigh (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
