Origin
Asheboro, NC
Evening in Asheboro on Wednesday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Asheboro, NC to Apex, NC
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Asheboro, NC
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Apex, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Asheboro, NC to Apex, NC covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jordan Road, US 64, Richard K. Pugh Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.3 miles on Jordan Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.01 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
28.8 miles from Asheboro, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Asheboro, NC to Apex, NC covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jordan Road is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NC 42 / East Salisbury Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NC 42 / East Salisbury Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NC 42 / East Salisbury Street
Turn left onto NC 42 / East Salisbury Street
Navigation decision point
6
33.4 mi into trip
|
~50m in
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US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward NC 55: Apex, Durham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NC 55: Apex, Durham
5
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
NC 55 / West Williams Street
Turn right onto NC 55 / West Williams Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
56.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
Hunter Street
Turn left onto Hunter Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan Road | 24.3 mi | 35m |
| US 64 | 21.8 mi | 28m |
| Richard K. Pugh Highway | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| East Salisbury Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| West Williams Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Hunter Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Salem Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Dixie Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jordan Road
— 24.3 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Asheboro, NC and Apex, NC.
1
Start on US 220 BUS
54 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Fayetteville Street
2
Turn left onto NC 42
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Salisbury Street
3
Turn slight right
162 ft
·
7 sec
4
Turn left onto US 64 BUS; NC 49
357 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Dixie Drive
5
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Richard K. Pugh Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 64; NC 49
24 mi
·
35 min
·
Jordan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
22 mi
·
28 min
·
US 64
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NC 55: Apex, Durham
9
Turn right onto NC 55
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Williams Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto Hunter Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hunter Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto North Salem Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Salem Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Salem Street
Trip Plan
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 28.8 miles from Asheboro, NC, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.8 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apex, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Asheboro, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Asheboro, NC
This is one driving day of about 57.6 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Asheboro, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jordan Road for about 24.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.8 mi from Asheboro, NC · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Asheboro, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Apex, NC
The final approach into Apex, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.01 one way
$18.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.85 | $19.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Apex, NC
Evening in Apex on Wednesday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m 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 Asheboro, NC to Apex, NC covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jordan Road, US 64, Richard K. Pugh Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.8 miles from Asheboro, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.01 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 is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NC 42 / East Salisbury Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Asheboro, NC to Apex, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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