How far is Elizabeth City, NC from Durham, NC?
The driving distance from Elizabeth City, NC to Durham, NC is about 187.5 miles (301.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.2 miles (240.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elizabeth City and Durham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth City and Durham.
-
1
Start on Providence Road
783 ft · 36 sec · Providence Road
-
2
Turn right onto South Hughes Boulevard
63.9 mi · 1 hr 22 min · South Hughes Boulevard
-
3
Continue straight
56.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min
-
4
Continue straight
27.8 mi · 30 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward Rolesville Road
1173 ft · 29 sec
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on Rolesville Road
94 m · 8 sec
-
7
Turn right onto Rolesville Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Rolesville Road
-
8
Turn sharp left onto Marks Creek Road
2050 ft · 39 sec · Marks Creek Road
-
9
Turn right onto Horton Road
2310 ft · 44 sec · Horton Road
-
10
Turn right onto Buffaloe Road
3.8 mi · 7 min · Buffaloe Road
-
11
Take the ramp right
1943 ft · 24 sec
-
12
Merge slight left onto Northern Wake Expressway
15.4 mi · 17 min · Northern Wake Expressway
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 70 West: Durham
2972 ft · 1 min
-
14
Merge slight left onto Glenwood Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · Glenwood Avenue
-
15
Turn left onto T.W. Alexander Drive
4.1 mi · 6 min · T.W. Alexander Drive
-
16
Take the ramp slight right toward I 885 North: Durham
1358 ft · 34 sec
-
17
Merge slight left onto Durham Freeway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Durham Freeway
-
18
Keep slight left to continue on Durham Freeway
2.6 mi · 3 min · Durham Freeway
-
19
Take the exit slight right toward Jackie Robinson Drive, Roxboro Street
769 ft · 19 sec
-
20
Continue on Jackie Robinson Drive
604 ft · 19 sec · Jackie Robinson Drive
-
21
Turn right onto South Roxboro Street
1625 ft · 49 sec · South Roxboro Street
-
22
Turn left onto East Main Street
30 m · 2 sec · East Main Street
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elizabeth City and Durham.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Hughes Boulevard
Turn right onto South Hughes Boulevard
63.9 mi · 01h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Elizabeth City and Chance Rain Showers near Durham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elizabeth City to Durham?
The road trip is about 187.5 miles (301.8 km) and usually takes 02h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Princeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.4 miles from Elizabeth City and 96.2 miles from Durham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.2 miles (240.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.22 one way or $52.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Elizabeth City and Chance Rain Showers near Durham.
Stop Ideas Near Princeville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic Town Hall
Town of Tarboro
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Princeville.
Rocky Mount
Greenville, NC
Wilson
Goldsboro, NC
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elizabeth City and Durham. Straight-line distance: 149.17 mi (240.06 km).
#1 Elizabeth City
City in Pasquotank County and Camden County in the State of North Carolina
| Population | 17,988 |
| Coordinates | 36.2946000, -76.2510500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Durham
The third most populous city in North Carolina and the center of the Durham metropolitan area.
| Population | 285,897 |
| Coordinates | 35.9940300, -78.8986200 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-78.898591, 35.994064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 302 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $26.22 | $52.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $29.32 | $58.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $31.63 | $63.26 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $37.23 | $74.46 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in North Carolina · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.