Origin
Badin, NC
Night in Badin on Tuesday
Local time
11:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Badin, NC to Raleigh, NC
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
110.8 mi
178 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Badin, NC
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Raleigh, NC
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Trip Overview
This 110.8-mile journey from Badin, NC to Raleigh, NC is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 27 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily along NC 24, Claude E. E. Pope Memorial Highway, and Jefferson Davis Highway, with 42% of the drive utilizing highway roads. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $17, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's a perfect candidate for a spontaneous day trip or a relaxed start to a longer adventure within the Southeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests varied scenery and road conditions throughout your 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
55.4 miles from Badin, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 42% of your travel on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.7 miles on NC 24, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you progress, the character of the drive will likely shift between faster highway sections and potentially more local road segments, keeping your attention engaged. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind but will experience a dynamic drive as you make your way from Badin to Raleigh.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.7 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 around 7 miles in near NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 52.5 miles (NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 106.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7 mi into trip
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~10m in
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NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Turn sharp left onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
52.5 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street
Enter roundabout onto NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
106.5 mi into trip
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~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
6
106.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
5
110.8 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
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East South Street
Turn left onto East South Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 24 | 28.7 mi | 40m |
| Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway | 24.9 mi | 27m |
| Jefferson Davis Highway | 17.3 mi | 20m |
| US 15 | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Troy Road | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| NC 22 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Albemarle Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| NC 740 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
NC 24
— 28.7 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Badin, NC and Raleigh, NC.
1
Start on NC 740
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
NC 740
2
Turn left onto Vickers Store Road
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Vickers Store Road
3
Turn right onto Valley Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Valley Drive
4
Merge onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Albemarle Road
5
Take the exit
190 ft
·
12 sec
6
Turn sharp left onto NC-24; NC-27; NC-73
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Albemarle Road
7
Continue on NC 24; NC 27; NC 73
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Troy Road
8
Continue on NC 24; NC 27; NC 109
29 mi
·
40 min
·
NC 24; NC 27; NC 109
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on NC 22; NC 24; NC 27
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
NC 22; NC 24; NC 27
10
Enter roundabout onto NC 22; NC 24; NC 27
340 ft
·
7 sec
·
Monroe Street
11
Continue on NC 22; NC 24; NC 27
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Monroe Street
12
Continue on US 15; US 501; NC 24; NC 27
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 15; US 501; NC 24; NC 27
13
Turn left onto US 1; US 15; US 501
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Jefferson Davis Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 1
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
446 ft
·
9 sec
Toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
17
Turn straight onto Western Boulevard
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Western Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
19
Turn left onto South Wilmington Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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South Wilmington Street
20
Turn left onto East South Street
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
East South Street
21
Arrive at destination
East South Street
Trip Plan
For this 2 hour and 27 minute drive, departing in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. With no designated stops in the data, you have the advantage of pacing yourself and choosing rest points as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $17, and plan your fill-ups accordingly. A specific tip for this route: be aware that the longest stretch without a significant change in road is 28.7 miles on NC 24, so plan any brief pauses before or after this section if you prefer.
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 55.4 miles from Badin, NC, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 80 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.4 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Raleigh, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Badin, 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 Badin, NC
This is one driving day of about 110.8 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Badin, 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 NC 24 for about 28.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.4 mi from Badin, NC · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.4 miles from Badin, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Raleigh, NC
The final approach into 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 Raleigh, 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
$17.33 one way
$34.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $18.95 | $37.89 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.51 | $41.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.46 | $48.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.63 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% 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
Raleigh, NC
Night in Raleigh on Tuesday
Local time
11:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
2h 27m 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 Badin, NC to Raleigh, NC covers 110.8 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 24, Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway, Jefferson Davis Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.4 miles from Badin, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.33 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 2h 27m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles (NC-24; NC-27; NC-73 / Albemarle Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 52.5 miles (NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 106.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Badin, NC to Raleigh, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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