How far is Elon, NC from Raleigh, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elon and Raleigh is 53.67 miles (86.38 km).
Flight distance from Elon, NC to Raleigh, NC is 53.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Elon to Raleigh with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elon, North Carolina to Raleigh, North Carolina is: 67.43 miles (108.52 km) by car.
Driving from Elon to Raleigh will take approximately 01 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Elon
Town in North Carolina
| Population | 12186 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°6'10"N 79°30'24"W |
| Latitude | 36.1029100 |
| Longitude | -79.5066900 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| 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 Elon and Raleigh
The distance between Elon and Raleigh is 109 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 12 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 Elon and Raleigh. The current time is 11:23:34.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 41 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.01 liters (2.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elon and Raleigh.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elon to Raleigh is $7.68 (diesel $10.1).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $7.68 | $8.64 | $9.54 | $10.1 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elon and Raleigh (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
