Distance from Philadelphia to Raleigh (United States)

The distance between Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Raleigh, North Carolina is 556 kilometers (345 miles).

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Philadelphia is located in the northeastern United States while Raleigh is situated in the southeastern part, both cities are significant urban centers in their respective regions. The straight-line distance between them is 556 kilometers, heading southwest.

Philadelphia is at only 8 meters above sea level, while Raleigh is at 99 meters.

Driving route

The drive from Philadelphia to Raleigh takes you through I-95 S, passing major cities like Baltimore and Washington D.C., then continuing on I-85 S through Richmond and Durham before reaching Raleigh.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Baltimore Inner Harbor, Washington D.C. monuments, Richmond historic sites.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Philadelphia to Raleigh crosses diverse landscapes, including urban areas and rural regions, with notable landmarks like the Washington Monument and historic Richmond.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel to Raleigh due to mild temperatures, while summer offers vibrant festivals.

Climate

Raleigh generally experiences milder winters and warmer summers compared to Philadelphia, with more consistent sunshine throughout the year.

Accessibility

Raleigh offers well-developed public transport and accessible facilities, similar to Philadelphia, making it convenient for visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 8-10 hours
Car 6-8 hours
Helicopter 2-3 hours
Airplane 45-60 minutes
Speed Time
30 km/h
60 km/h
90 km/h
120 km/h
Philadelphia, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 39.9524° N 75.1636° W

Elevation: 8 m (26 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  • Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE)
  • Wings Field (BBX)
  • South Jersey Regional Airport (LLY)
  • Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove (NXX)
Raleigh, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 35.7721° N 78.6386° W

Elevation: 99 m (325 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
  • Louisburg, Franklin County Airport (LFN)
  • Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional Airport (RWI)
  • Pope Field (POB)
  • Simmons Army Air Field (FBG)

Other distances from Philadelphia

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Philadelphia to New York City 130 km
From Philadelphia to Los Angeles 3,852 km
From Philadelphia to Chicago 1,072 km
From Philadelphia to Houston 2,158 km
From Philadelphia to Phoenix 3,351 km

Other distances from Raleigh

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Raleigh to New York City 682 km
From Raleigh to Los Angeles 3,600 km
From Raleigh to Chicago 1,032 km
From Raleigh to Houston 1,700 km
From Raleigh to Phoenix 3,063 km

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