Distance from San Jose to Raleigh by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Raleigh (NC) is 2381 miles or 3832 kilometers or 2068 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Raleigh is 2809 miles (4521 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 428 miles or 689 km.

San Jose to Raleigh Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Raleigh, NC

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Raleigh, North Carolina is 2809 miles or 4521 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Raleigh, NC is 2809 miles or 4521 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Raleigh, North Carolina.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Raleigh, North Carolina is approximately 2809 miles (4521 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 49 to 50 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Raleigh, NC

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Raleigh, NC?
The total driving time is 49 hours, 53 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Raleigh take?
San Jose and Raleigh are 49 hours 53 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 San Jose and Raleigh

Time difference between San Jose (CA) and Raleigh (NC) is 3 Hours.
Raleigh time is 3 Hours ahead of San Jose.

Current local time in San Jose	Current local time in Raleigh
2025-12-19, 04:15:16 PST	2025-12-19, 07:15:16 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2809 mi	4521 km	2439.34 nmi
Straight line distance	2381 mi	3832 km	2068 nmi
Difference	428 mi	689 km	371 nmi

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