How far is West Raleigh, NC from Oxford, NC?
The driving distance from West Raleigh, NC to Oxford, NC is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.4 miles (58.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Granville County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Raleigh and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Raleigh and Oxford.
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Start on Enterprise Street
964 ft · 38 sec · Enterprise Street
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Turn right onto Clark Avenue
85 m · 15 sec · Clark Avenue
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Turn left onto Oberlin Road
2 mi · 5 min · Oberlin Road
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Turn left onto Glenwood Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Glenwood Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
20.1 mi · 30 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Durham Avenue
13.8 mi · 19 min · North Durham Avenue
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Turn right onto Hillsboro Street
1263 ft · 25 sec · Hillsboro Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hillsboro Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Raleigh and Oxford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Glenwood Avenue
Take the exit slight right
20.1 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.
Mostly Clear leaving West Raleigh and Sunny near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Raleigh to Oxford?
The road trip is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Creedmoor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from West Raleigh and 19.3 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.4 miles (58.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.40 one way or $8.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around West Raleigh and Sunny near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Creedmoor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Pompieri Pizza
Durham One Call
Creedmoor Police Department
Spanglish
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Creedmoor.
Durham
North Carolina State Fair station
Cary
Raleigh Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Raleigh and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 36.42 mi (58.62 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 Oxford
City in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 8,905 |
| Coordinates | 36.3107000, -78.5908300 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford (-78.59083, 36.3107)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.24 | $4.40 | $8.80 |
| Mid-grade | $3.68 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
| Premium | $4.12 | $5.61 | $11.21 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.37 | $14.73 |
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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