Origin
Alamance, NC
Evening in Alamance on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alamance, NC to Greensboro, NC
Drive Time
29m
Distance
19.9 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alamance, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Alamance and Greensboro, this 19.9-mile trip is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 29 minutes. Because the route is short, you can easily complete it as a simple day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Sam Hunt Freeway, I-40, and East Gate City Boulevard to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of only $3, it is an economical commute within the Southeast region. This drive is best viewed as a practical connection rather than a scenic excursion, making it ideal for those who value efficiency over leisure travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10 miles from Alamance, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 63% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads. The journey features a steady pace, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 8.8 miles specifically on the Sam Hunt Freeway. You will experience a transition from regional highway speeds to the urban environment of Greensboro as you merge onto East Gate City Boulevard. The road maintains a consistent character, favoring fast transit over winding or technical sections. You will find that the route remains predictable, allowing you to settle into a rhythm once you reach the interstate.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sam Hunt Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Sam Hunt Freeway and East Gate City Boulevard. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near I 40; I 85 / Sam Hunt Freeway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (I 40; I 85 / Sam Hunt Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 40; I 85 / Sam Hunt Freeway
Merge onto I 40; I 85 / Sam Hunt Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
12.3 mi into trip
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~16m in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
15.7 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward NC 6
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NC 6
5
19.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
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South Eugene Street
Turn right onto South Eugene Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
19.8 mi into trip
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~29m in
|
West Market Street
Turn right onto West Market Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Hunt Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| East Gate City Boulevard | 3.4 mi | 7m |
| I 40 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Kirkpatrick Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| University Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Grand Oaks Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Eugene Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| S NC Highway 62 E | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sam Hunt Freeway
— 8.8 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alamance, NC and Greensboro, NC.
1
Start on Cardinal Lane
33 ft
·
3 sec
·
Cardinal Lane
2
Turn right onto NC 62
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
S NC Highway 62 E
3
Continue on NC 62
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Alamance Road
4
Turn left onto Kirkpatrick Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Kirkpatrick Road
5
Turn left onto Grand Oaks Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Oaks Boulevard
6
Continue on University Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
University Drive
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
8
Merge onto I 40; I 85
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Sam Hunt Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NC 6
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto East Gate City Boulevard
3.4 mi
·
7 min
·
East Gate City Boulevard
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto South Eugene Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Eugene Street
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto West Market Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Market Street
14
Arrive at destination
West Market Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with zero scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You should keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on high-speed thoroughfares, so staying alert during the I-40 portion is key. Given the low fuel cost of $3, you won't need to worry about complex refueling logistics or mid-trip pit stops. Try to avoid peak traffic hours when transitioning onto East Gate City Boulevard to ensure you maintain that 29-minute travel time. This direct approach allows you to arrive in Greensboro quickly, leaving you with the entire day to focus on your destination's activities.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 10 miles from Alamance, NC, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19.9 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greensboro, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alamance, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alamance, NC
This is one driving day of about 19.9 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alamance, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Sam Hunt Freeway for about 8.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10 mi from Alamance, NC · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10 miles from Alamance, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greensboro, NC
The final approach into Greensboro, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Greensboro, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.18 one way
$6.37 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| premium | $4.78 | $3.74 | $7.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.42 | $8.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Greensboro, NC
Evening in Greensboro on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Graham, NC
10 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alamance, NC to Greensboro, NC covers 19.9 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sam Hunt Freeway, East Gate City Boulevard, I 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Alamance, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.18 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (I 40; I 85 / Sam Hunt Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alamance, NC to Greensboro, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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