Drive Time
6h 44m
Distance
337.6 mi
543 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
Photo: Evgeniia Belman
The drive from Andrews, NC to West Raleigh, NC covers 337.6 miles and takes about 6h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 74, I 40, US 19 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 184.2 miles on US 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
168.8 miles from Andrews, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 25m into the drive .
This is a 6h 44m highway drive covering 337.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 74 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 184.2 miles on US 74.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 74 and I 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 71.1 miles in near US 74; US 64 Truck.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 337.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 71.1 miles (US 74; US 64 Truck): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 255.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 264.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74; US 64 Truck toward I 40 East: Asheville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Raleigh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728 / Wade Avenue toward Wade Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Andrews, NC to West Raleigh, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Martinsville along the way.
Martinsville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 74 | 184.2 mi | 3h 32m |
| I 40 | 76.6 mi | 1h 29m |
| US 19 | 59.4 mi | 1h 15m |
| US Highway 19 | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| Wade Avenue | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Hillsborough Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Business 19 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Andrews, NC and West Raleigh, NC.
Start on Cherry Street
Turn left onto US 19 Business
Continue on US 19 Business
Take the ramp onto US 19 Business
Merge onto US 19; US 74; US 129
Continue on US 19; US 74
Turn left onto US 19; US 74
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74; US 64 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Merge onto I 40; US 29; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728
Turn right onto Faircloth Street
Turn left onto Hillsborough Street
Enter roundabout onto Hillsborough Street
Continue on Hillsborough Street
Enter roundabout onto Hillsborough Street
Continue on Hillsborough Street
Enter roundabout onto Hillsborough Street
Continue on Hillsborough Street
Turn left onto Enterprise Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.8 miles or 3h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Raleigh, NC than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Andrews, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Andrews, NC
This is one driving day of about 337.6 miles and 6h 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 168.8 mi from Andrews, NC · 3h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 168.8 miles from Andrews, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 184.2 miles.
The final approach into West Raleigh, 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 West Raleigh, NC.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$54.03 one way
$108.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $58.87 | $117.73 |
| premium | $4.78 | $63.51 | $127.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $75.00 | $150.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.3 | 1 | $35.45 | $16.20 |
| Efficient EV | 84.4 | 0 | $29.54 | $13.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135 | 1 | $47.26 | $21.61 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Andrews on Saturday
Local time
5:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Destination
Evening in West Raleigh on Saturday
Local time
5:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
86°F
Albemarle, NC
169 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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