Driving from Durham to Chesapeake
Chesapeake lies 252 km (157 mi) east of Durham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 25 min without stops, over roughly 308 km (191 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Durham | Chesapeake | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 257,636 | 235,429 |
| Elevation | 121 m (397 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 27701–27722 | 23320–23328 |
Where to book car hire from Durham to Chesapeake
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Staying in Chesapeake
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Common questions
How far is Chesapeake from Durham?
252 km (157 mi) in a straight line, east of Durham; by road roughly 308 km (191 mi).
How long does it take to get from Durham to Chesapeake by car?
About 3 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Durham and Chesapeake?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.