How far is River Bend, NC from Raleigh, NC?
The driving distance from River Bend, NC to Raleigh, NC is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97 miles (156.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between River Bend and Raleigh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between River Bend and Raleigh.
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Start on Shoreline Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Shoreline Drive
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Turn left onto US Highway 17 South
2.4 mi · 3 min · US Highway 17 South
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Take the ramp right
722 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 17 North: Washington
1594 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
5.3 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight left
26.9 mi · 30 min
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Continue on West New Bern Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · West New Bern Road
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Keep slight right to continue on West New Bern Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · West New Bern Road
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Continue on West Vernon Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Vernon Avenue
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 11 min
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Continue on Goldsboro Bypass
20.2 mi · 22 min · Goldsboro Bypass
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
10.4 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
10.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue on Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
10 mi · 11 min · Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
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Merge slight left
10 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Person St, Hammond Rd
857 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right
1041 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto Hammond Road
2441 ft · 54 sec · Hammond Road
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Continue on South Person Street
3135 ft · 2 min · South Person Street
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Turn left onto East South Street
992 ft · 40 sec · East South Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East South Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between River Bend and Raleigh.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 17 North
Merge slight left
26.9 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Sunny near Raleigh.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from River Bend to Raleigh?
The road trip is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
Elroy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.9 miles from River Bend and 54.7 miles from Raleigh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97 miles (156.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.73 one way or $31.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before arriving, the latest forecast around Raleigh is Sunny.
Stop Ideas Near Elroy
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between River Bend and Raleigh. Straight-line distance: 97.03 mi (156.15 km).
#1 River Bend
City in Craven County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 3,006 |
| Coordinates | 35.0690500, -77.1469000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Raleigh
The capital of North Carolina, Raleigh is a major center for business, government, and education.
| Population | 474,414 |
| Coordinates | 35.7721000, -78.6386100 |
| Altitude | 96 |
| Country | United States |
End: East South Street (-78.638606, 35.772148)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $15.73 | $31.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.58 | $35.17 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.97 | $37.94 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.33 | $44.65 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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