What is the best route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), to Nashville, NC, ?

The fastest route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), to Nashville, NC, covers 62 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Nashville, NC from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)?

Nashville, NC lies roughly to the east of Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).

Which towns do you pass between Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Nashville, NC?

Towns on the route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville, NC include Raleigh, Garner, Wendell, Lake Royale.

Are there charging stations between Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Nashville, NC?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville, NC, including Courtyard Marriot (350 kW); Lowes Foods - Brier Creek (350 kW); Market at Colonnade Center (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 260.

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) Nashville, NC

Distance: 62 miDuration: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville, NC takes about 1 h 15 min via US 64. The distance is 62 mi. The straight-line distance is 47 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Raleigh, NC, Knightdale, NC, Wendell, NC, Nashville, NC. Driving directions

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Driving directions18 · 62 mi

1 Depart straight 34 yd
2 Turn right 16 yd
3 Turn right onto West International Drive 1 mi
4 Turn right onto North Ramp Drive 1 mi
5 Continue straight onto East International Drive 2 mi
6 Continue slightly left onto East Aviation Drive 1 mi
7 Turn right onto Lumley Road 1 mi
8 Take ramp left 98 yd
9 Keep slightly right 100 yd
10 Keep slightly right 1 mi
11 Merge slightly left onto Northern Wake Expressway 22 mi
12 Merge slightly left 14 mi
13 Keep slightly left 22 mi

14 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
15 Turn right 2 mi
16 Turn right onto East Park Avenue 1 mi
17 Turn right onto Simbelyn Drive 31 yd
18 Arrive left onto Simbelyn Drive

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The return trip from Nashville, NC to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) covers roughly the same distance, 62 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

260 chargers

Courtyard MarriotCCS, CHAdeMO · 3908 Arrow Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27612350 kW
Lowes Foods - Brier CreekCCS, CHAdeMO · 8100 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh, NC, 27617350 kW
Market at Colonnade CenterCCS, CHAdeMO · 8710 Six Forks Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27615350 kW
Parkside Town CommonsCCS, CHAdeMO · 7129 O’Kelly Chapel Road, Cary, NC, 27519350 kW
Pleasant Valley Promenade (Raleigh, NC)CCS · 6204 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27612350 kW

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Nashville, NC → Elm City, NC16 mi · 25 min Nashville, NC → Speed, NC35 mi · 45 min Nashville, NC → Scotland Neck, NC42 mi · 1 h Nashville, NC → Gaston, NC46 mi · 1 h Nashville, NC → Bear Grass, NC58 mi · 1 h 15 min Nashville, NC → Kenly, NC33 mi · 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated September 4, 2026.

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How far is it from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), {fromState} to Nashville, NC, {toState}?: The distance between Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), {fromState} and Nashville, NC, {toState} is 62 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), {fromState} to Nashville, NC, {toState}?: The drive from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), {fromState} to Nashville, NC, {toState} takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), {fromState} to Nashville, NC, {toState}?: The fastest route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), {fromState} to Nashville, NC, {toState} covers 62 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Nashville, NC from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)?: Nashville, NC lies roughly to the east of Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
Which roads does the route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville, NC follow?: The drive from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville, NC mainly follows I 540, US 64.
Which towns do you pass between Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Nashville, NC?: Towns on the route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville, NC include Raleigh, Garner, Wendell, Lake Royale.
Are there charging stations between Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Nashville, NC?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville, NC, including Courtyard Marriot (350 kW); Lowes Foods - Brier Creek (350 kW); Market at Colonnade Center (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 260.

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