How far is Asheville, NC from Durham, NC?
Fastest route
The distance from Asheville, North Carolina, to Durham, North Carolina, is approximately 228 miles (367 kilometers). The fastest route takes about 3 hours and 25 minutes, avoiding road closures on I-40 E.
Directions
- Get on I-240 E from College St and Charlotte St.
- Head east on S Pack Square toward S Market St.
- Turn left onto S Market St.
- Turn right onto College St.
- At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on College St.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Charlotte St.
- Turn right onto Woodfin Pl (signs for I-240 E).
- Take the ramp onto I-240 E.
- Follow I-40 E and I-85 N to Durham Fwy/Morehead Ave/S Service Rd W in Durham. Take exit 3 from NC-147 S.
- Use the left 2 lanes to merge onto I-40 E toward Statesville.
- Keep left to stay on I-40 E.
- Keep left to stay on I-40 E.
- Keep left to stay on I-40 E.
- Keep left to stay on I-40 E.
- Keep left to stay on I-40 E.
- Keep right to stay on I-40 E.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on US-421 S, follow signs for I-73 S/I-85/Asheboro/Durham.
- US-421 S turns slightly right and becomes I-85 N.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-85 N.
- Keep left to continue on I-40 E/I-85 N.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-85 N, follow signs for Interstate 85/Durham.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 172 for North Carolina 147 S toward Durham/Downtown/Research Triangle Park.
- Take exit 3 toward US-15 BUS/US-501 BUS/Mangum St/Roxboro St.
- Continue onto Durham Fwy/Morehead Ave/S Service Rd W.
- Continue to follow Durham Fwy/Morehead Ave.
- Turn left onto US-15 BUS N/US-501 BUS N/S Roxboro St.
- Continue to follow US-15 BUS N/US-501 BUS N.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using a navigation app to get real-time updates on the route and traffic conditions.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before embarking on the journey.
- 🍴 Plan for a rest stop or meal break along the way.
- 🚓 Observe speed limits and traffic rules for a safe trip.
- 🕶️ Don't forget to bring sunglasses and sunscreen if traveling during the day.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged for communication and emergency purposes.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Asheville and Durham is 206.63 miles (332.54 km).
Flight distance from Asheville, NC to Durham, NC is 206.63 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 27 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Asheville to Durham with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Asheville, North Carolina to Durham, North Carolina is: 224.38 miles (361.11 km) by car.
Driving from Asheville to Durham will take approximately 03 hours 21 minutes.
#1 Asheville
The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It is located in the western part of the state. Asheville is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Biltmore Estate and the Asheville Art Museum.
| Population | 92852 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°36'3"N 82°33'14"W |
| Latitude | 35.6009500 |
| Longitude | -82.5540200 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Durham
The third most populous city in North Carolina and the center of the Durham metropolitan area. It is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. Durham is known for its college basketball team, the Duke Blue Devils, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Nasher Museum of Art and the Carolina Theatre.
| Population | 285897 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°59'39"N 78°53'55"W |
| Latitude | 35.9940300 |
| Longitude | -78.8986200 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Durham: (-78.898591,35.994064)
Estimated Travel Time Between Asheville and Durham
The distance between Asheville and Durham is 361 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 00 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 Asheville and Durham. The current time is 20:16:11.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 28 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 59 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.97 liters (7.92 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Asheville and Durham.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Asheville to Durham is $25.54 (diesel $33.59).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $25.54 | $28.75 | $31.75 | $33.59 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Asheville and Durham (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
