How far is West Raleigh, NC from Hamlet, NC?
The driving distance from West Raleigh, NC to Hamlet, NC is about 94.2 miles (151.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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 01h 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.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Raleigh and Hamlet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Raleigh and Hamlet.
-
1
Start on Enterprise Street
13 m · 3 sec · Enterprise Street
-
2
Turn left onto Hillsborough Street
122 m · 13 sec · Hillsborough Street
-
3
Turn slight right
32 m · 6 sec
-
4
Turn right onto Pullen Road
673 ft · 23 sec · Pullen Road
-
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Pullen Road
23 m · 3 sec · Pullen Road
-
6
Exit the roundabout onto Pullen Road
1939 ft · 1 min · Pullen Road
-
7
Turn right onto Western Boulevard West
122 m · 10 sec
-
8
Turn straight onto Western Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · Western Boulevard
-
9
Take the ramp slight left
1727 ft · 42 sec
-
10
Merge slight left
47.9 mi · 55 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right
3281 ft · 47 sec
-
12
Merge slight left
33.3 mi · 41 min
-
13
Turn left onto King Street
8.7 mi · 13 min · King Street
-
14
Turn left onto West Hamlet Avenue
2728 ft · 53 sec · West Hamlet Avenue
-
15
Turn left onto Raleigh Street
142 m · 12 sec · Raleigh Street
-
16
Turn right onto Spring Street
944 ft · 23 sec · Spring Street
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Spring Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Raleigh and Hamlet.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Western Boulevard
Merge slight left
47.9 mi · 00h 55m
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 leaving West Raleigh and Mostly Cloudy near Hamlet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Raleigh to Hamlet?
The road trip is about 94.2 miles (151.6 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Cameron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.1 miles from West Raleigh and 47.1 miles from Hamlet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 2:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.18 one way or $26.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Raleigh and Mostly Cloudy near Hamlet.
Stop Ideas Near Cameron
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cameron.
Southern Pines
Fayetteville
Hamlet
Cary
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Raleigh and Hamlet. Straight-line distance: 85.18 mi (137.09 km).
#1 West Raleigh
A census-designated place located in Wake County, North Carolina.
| Population | 338,759 |
| Coordinates | 35.7868200, -78.6638900 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hamlet
Small settlement in a rural area
| Population | 6,356 |
| Coordinates | 34.8848800, -79.6942200 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hamlet (-79.69422, 34.88488)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 152 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.97 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.40 | $14.61 | $29.23 |
| Premium | $4.81 | $15.96 | $31.93 |
| Diesel | $6.03 | $20.01 | $40.01 |
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 · Sep 15, 2026