How far is Wake Forest, NC from Raleigh, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Wake Forest and Raleigh is 16.07 miles (25.86 km).
Flight distance from Wake Forest, NC to Raleigh, NC is 16.07 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Wake Forest, North Carolina to Raleigh, North Carolina is: 18.01 miles (28.99 km) by car.
Driving from Wake Forest to Raleigh will take approximately 00 hours 29 minutes.
#1 Wake Forest
Town located in the U.S. state of North Carolina
| Population | 47314 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°58'48"N 78°30'35"W |
| Latitude | 35.9798700 |
| Longitude | -78.5097200 |
| Altitude | 119 |
| 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 Wake Forest and Raleigh
The distance between Wake Forest and Raleigh is 29 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 19 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 Wake Forest and Raleigh. The current time is 20:54:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.41 liters (0.64 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Wake Forest and Raleigh.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Wake Forest to Raleigh is $2.05 (diesel $2.7).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $2.05 | $2.31 | $2.55 | $2.7 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Wake Forest and Raleigh (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
