Trip from Apex, NC to Goldsboro, NC

Drive Time

1h 19m

Distance

60.3 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Quick day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Apex, NC to Goldsboro, NC covers 60.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on East Williams Street, NC 540, Triangle Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.40 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

30.2 miles from Apex, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 60.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

East Williams Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
East Williams Street	0 mi	0m
NC 540	0 mi	0m
Triangle Expressway	0 mi	0m
I 42 East	0 mi	0m
Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway	0 mi	0m
North George Street	0 mi	0m
West Ash Street	0 mi	0m
East Ash Street	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: East Williams Street — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on North Salem Street

2

Turn left onto East Williams Street

3

Take the exit slight left toward NC 540 Toll East

4

Merge slight left onto Triangle Expressway

5

Keep slight left

6

Keep slight right to continue on I 42 East: Smithfield

7

Merge slight left onto Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway

8

Continue straight

9

Keep slight left

10

Continue straight

11

Turn slight right

12

Continue straight

13

Turn right onto North George Street

14

Turn left onto West Ash Street

15

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Ash Street

16

Exit the roundabout onto East Ash Street

17

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 30.2 miles from Apex, NC.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 30.2 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goldsboro, NC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Apex, 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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 30.2 mi from Apex, NC

First break window

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Halfway reset

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Apex, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.96	$9.40	$18.81
midgrade	$4.43	$10.51	$21.03
premium	$4.78	$11.34	$22.69
diesel	$5.62	$13.35	$26.70

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Apex, NC to Goldsboro, NC covers 60.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are East Williams Street, NC 540, Triangle Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 30.2 miles from Apex, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.40 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.

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