What is the distance from Raleigh to the nearest major city?

The distance from Raleigh to Durham is approximately 20.9 miles or 33.6 kilometers.

How do I calculate the driving distance from Raleigh?

To calculate the driving distance from Raleigh, enter your destination in the "To" field in our route calculator. The calculator will show you the road distance, estimated driving time, and route options.

What are the GPS coordinates of Raleigh?

The GPS coordinates of Raleigh are latitude: 35.7795897 and longitude: -78.6381787.

Is there a toll-free route from Raleigh to other cities?

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How far is Raleigh from North Carolina major attractions?

You can use our distance calculator to find the exact distance from Raleigh to any major attraction in North Carolina. Simply enter the attraction name in the destination field to get precise driving directions and distance information.

What is the closest airport to Raleigh?

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How long does it take to drive from Raleigh to other cities in North Carolina?

The driving time from Raleigh to other cities depends on the specific destination, traffic conditions, and route taken. Our calculator provides estimated driving times along with the distance information to help you plan your trip effectively.

Distance to and from Raleigh, North Carolina

Name: Raleigh
Address: Raleigh, North Carolina, US

Raleigh, NC

Raleigh North Carolina US America/New_York

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Location Information

Full Address

Raleigh, NC
Coordinates

35.7795897, -78.6381787
Location

Raleigh , North Carolina , US
Timezone

America/New_York
Current Local Time

9:32:05 PM America/New_York

Saturday, May 3, 2025
Website

www.raleigh-nc.org/
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Directions to Nearest Cities

Durham

Durham, NC

20.9 mi

About Raleigh

Raleigh is the capital city of North Carolina. It’s known for its universities, including North Carolina State University. The number of technology and scholarly institutions around Raleigh, Chapel Hill and Durham make the area known as the Research Triangle. The North Carolina State Capitol is a 19th-century Greek Revival–style building with a statue of George Washington dressed as a Roman general in its rotunda.