Travel by Auto

I-40, which connects the East and West Coasts of the United States, passes through Raleigh and serves as one of the area's main thoroughfares. The area's first-rate system of state highways and the I-440 Beltline provide easy access to the city, surrounding communities and world-renowned Research Triangle Park. I-95 and I-85 run within 25 miles of the city.

Located centrally on the East Coast, Raleigh is halfway between Florida and New York City. The location is convenient for trips to the beautiful beaches of North Carolina's Outer Banks, to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains to the west or to the "Home of American Golf" to the south in Pinehurst.

Insider Tips

Highways and Exits to Areas of Interest
Mileage and directions from major cities in NC and surrounding states
511 Traveler Information System
Real Time Traffic Cameras
Car Rentals & Chauffeur Services

Printable Maps

To view and print these maps, you'll need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Downtown Raleigh Map (printable)
Greater Raleigh Attractions Map (printable)
Wake County Map (printable)

Screen viewable fast-download map web pages:

Downtown Raleigh Map
Greater Raleigh Map
Wake County Map

Other Information

North Carolina TransitNet -- the N.C. Department of Transportation set up this site, which details intermodal and public transportation services available in each county of the state, including the city of Raleigh and Wake County.