Distance from Raleigh to Sacramento by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Raleigh (NC) to Sacramento (CA) is 2345 miles or 3773 kilometers or 2036 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Raleigh to Sacramento is 2771 miles (4461 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 426 miles or 688 km.

Raleigh to Sacramento Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Raleigh, NC and Sacramento, CA
This map shows the distance from Raleigh, NC, Usa to Sacramento, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Raleigh, North Carolina to Sacramento, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Sacramento, CA

The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Sacramento, California is 2771 miles or 4461 km.
The total driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Sacramento, CA is 2771 miles or 4461 kilometers. Your trip begins in Raleigh, North Carolina. It ends in Sacramento, California.
The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Sacramento, California is approximately 2771 miles (4461 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 48 to 49 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Raleigh, NC to Sacramento, CA

How long is the drive from Raleigh, NC to Sacramento, CA?
The total driving time is 48 hours, 59 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Raleigh to Sacramento take?
Raleigh and Sacramento are 48 hours 59 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Raleigh and Sacramento

Time difference between Raleigh (NC) and Sacramento (CA) is 3 Hours.
Sacramento time is 3 Hours behind Raleigh.

Current local time in Raleigh	Current local time in Sacramento
2025-12-25, 08:54:16 EST	2025-12-25, 05:54:16 PST

How Far is it Between Raleigh North Carolina, USA and Sacramento California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Raleigh, NC and Sacramento, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2771 mi	4461 km	2406.34 nmi
Straight line distance	2345 mi	3773 km	2036 nmi
Difference	426 mi	688 km	370 nmi

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