How far is West Raleigh, NC from Alamance, NC?

The estimated driving distance from West Raleigh, NC to Alamance, NC is about 66.3 miles (106.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 49.1 miles (79 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
66.28 mi
01h 22m · estimated
Flight
49.09 mi
79.01 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
49.09 mi
Kilometers
79.01 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
66.28 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
106.66 km
Drive Time
01h 22m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Alamance
Fri, Apr 10, 10:53 PM EDT
Return by in West Raleigh
Sat, Apr 11, 12:15 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Raleigh
2026-04-10T21:30
Arrive Alamance
Fri, Apr 10, 10:53 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Raleigh
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Carrboro
NC

Town in North Carolina, United States

From West Raleigh
24.5 mi
00h 41m
To Alamance
41.8 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 mph E
Destination
39°F
Overnight

Clear

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 1:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 mph NE

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between West Raleigh and Alamance.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.2 mi
49.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Carrboro
00h 41m from West Raleigh
Leave By
3:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving West Raleigh and Clear near Alamance.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Raleigh to Alamance?

The road trip is about 66.3 miles (106.7 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?

Carrboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.5 miles from West Raleigh and 41.8 miles from Alamance.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 49.1 miles (79 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 3:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.27 one way or $18.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Raleigh and Clear near Alamance.

Stop Ideas Near Carrboro

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Carrboro and the surrounding midpoint area.
Town Hall Burger & Beer Durham
Food stop 6.4 mi away

Town Hall Burger & Beer Durham

Durham , NC
7830 NC-751, Durham, NC 27713
Rating 4.5/5 1,265 reviews Hamburger restaurant,Bar,Bar & grill,Takeout Restaurant,Sandwich shop,Sports bar
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 11.4 mi away

Durham County Inspections Department

Durham , NC
101 City Hall Plaza, Durham, NC 27701
Rating 3.5/5 15 reviews City government office
The Town Hall Grill
Nearby stop 2.1 mi away

The Town Hall Grill

Chapel Hill , NC
410 Market St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Rating 4.2/5 302 reviews Bar & grill
Pompieri Pizza
Food stop 11.4 mi away

Pompieri Pizza

Durham , NC
102 City Hall Plaza, Durham, NC 27701
Rating 4.5/5 916 reviews Pizza restaurant,Bar,Family restaurant,Neapolitan restaurant

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carrboro.

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Durham

18 mi away
400 W. Chapel Hill Street
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Cary

30 mi away
211 North Academy Street
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North Carolina State Fair station

36 mi away
1025 Blue Ridge Blvd.
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Burlington

38 mi away
101 North Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Raleigh and Alamance. Straight-line distance: 49.09 mi (79.01 km).

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#1 West Raleigh

A census-designated place located in Wake County, North Carolina.

Population338,759
Coordinates35.7868200, -78.6638900
Altitude122
CountryUnited States
Alamance

#2 Alamance

City in Alamance County, North Carolina, United States of America

Population1,047
Coordinates36.0351400, -79.4858500
Altitude169
CountryUnited States
Start: West Raleigh (-78.66389, 35.78682)
End: Alamance (-79.48585, 36.03514)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 107 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.34 gal
8.85 L · about $9.27
Round trip
$18.54
4.68 gal · 17.7 L
Estimated CO2
20.8 kg one way
Round trip: 41.6 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $9.27 $18.54
Mid-grade $4.43 $10.36 $20.73
Premium $4.78 $11.18 $22.36
Diesel $5.62 $13.16 $26.32

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between West Raleigh and Alamance. The current time is 21:30:31.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.