There are
2,738 mi
from Merced, CA to Knightdale, NC
That's the driving distance. It would take 2 days to go from Merced, California to Knightdale, North Carolina.
The flight distance (direct flight from Merced, CA to Knightdale, NC) is 2,314.57 mi.
2,738 mi = 4,406.57 kms