Origin
Brogden, NC
Evening in Brogden on Sunday
Local time
5:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brogden, NC to Charlotte, NC
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
190.1 mi
306 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
★
6 AM
4h 11m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 36m
8 PM
4h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brogden, NC
Jean-Paul Wettstein
Charlotte, NC
John Hill
Trip Overview
Spanning 190.1 miles across North Carolina, your drive from Brogden to Charlotte is a straightforward journey that typically takes 4 hours and 11 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a one-day excursion, though you should factor in roughly $30 for fuel costs to cover the distance. Navigating through the Southeast, you will utilize a combination of routes including US 1, US 13, and the Fayetteville Outer Loop. Because this is a mixed-drive profile, it offers a functional way to transit between these two points without the need for an overnight stay. Whether you are heading west for business or a quick getaway, the route provides a consistent pace that keeps your travel time predictable and efficient.
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
95.1 miles from Brogden, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route is only 34% highway. You will face a mix of different road types, shifting from local stretches to faster segments like the Fayetteville Outer Loop, where you will encounter your longest uninterrupted drive of 21.8 miles. The transition between these road classifications keeps the drive engaging, moving you away from the monotony of a purely interstate-focused trip. Navigating the connection between smaller roadways and major loops requires constant attention, so be prepared for changing speeds throughout your 4-hour journey. It is a practical drive that balances slower, regional road segments with the efficiency of modern loops.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fayetteville Outer Loop is the longest continuous segment at about 21.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.6 miles in near US 13 / Goldsboro Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 190.1 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 47.6 miles (US 13 / Goldsboro Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
47.6 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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US 13 / Goldsboro Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 13 / Goldsboro Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
70.1 mi into trip
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~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 401: Raeford, Fayetteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 12
Toward US 401: Raeford, Fayetteville
9
70.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 401 South: Raeford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 12
Toward US 401 South: Raeford
7
157.7 mi into trip
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~3h 30m in
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US 74 BYP / Monroe Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74 BYP / Monroe Expressway toward US 74 Toll Bypass West: Charlotte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass West: Charlotte
7
189.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m in
Take the exit toward Sixth Street, McDowell Street
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 Sixth Street, McDowell Street
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Brogden, NC to Charlotte, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Fayetteville along the way.
Fayetteville
70.1 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Outer Loop | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| US 1 | 21 mi | 24m |
| US 13 | 19.9 mi | 28m |
| Monroe Expressway | 18.4 mi | 21m |
| Broad Avenue | 15.5 mi | 20m |
| Plank Road | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| W. Cliff Martin Highway | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| Fayetteville Highway | 9.2 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
Fayetteville Outer Loop
— 21.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brogden, NC and Charlotte, NC.
1
Start on Royall Drive
79 ft
·
5 sec
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Royall Drive
2
Turn right onto Old Mount Olive Highway
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Mount Olive Highway
3
Turn left onto Genoa Road
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Genoa Road
4
Continue on US 13
20 mi
·
28 min
·
US 13
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Enter roundabout onto US 13
290 ft
·
7 sec
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Fayetteville Street
6
Continue on US 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fayetteville Street
7
Continue on US 13
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Newton Grove Highway
8
Merge onto US 13
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Fayetteville Highway
9
Continue on US 13
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Goldsboro Road
10
Turn left onto US 13
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 13
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Goldsboro Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on I 295
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Fayetteville Outer Loop
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 12
Toward US 401: Raeford, Fayetteville
14
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 12
Toward US 401 South: Raeford
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto US 401
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Raeford Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 401
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fayetteville Road
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto Wayside Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wayside Road
Use the none lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto Plank Road
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Plank Road
19
Continue on Army Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Army Road
20
Continue on Ashemont Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashemont Road
21
Keep slight left at fork onto Ashemont Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashemont Road
22
Enter roundabout onto Ashemont Road
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ashemont Road
23
Continue on Ashemont Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Ashemont Road
24
Turn right onto Addor Road
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Addor Road
25
Turn left onto US 1
21 mi
·
24 min
·
US 1
Use the straight lane.
26
Turn right onto East Green Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Green Street
27
At end of road, turn right onto US 74 BUS
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Broad Avenue
Use the none lane.
28
Continue on US 74
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
East Caswell Street
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Salisbury Street
30
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
32
Continue on US 74
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Carroll M. Edwards Highway
33
Continue on US 74
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
East Marshville Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
34
Continue on US 74
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Carroll M. Edwards Highway
35
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74 BYP
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Monroe Expressway
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass West: Charlotte
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Merge onto US 74
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Independence Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Continue on US 74
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
East Independence Expressway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
38
Continue on US 74; NC 27
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Independence Boulevard
Use the none lane.
39
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Sixth Street, McDowell Street
Use the slight right lane.
40
Continue on East 6th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 6th Street
41
Turn left onto North Tryon Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Tryon Street
42
Arrive at destination
South Tryon Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 190.1-mile trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the drive and manage your energy levels. Since the trip is a manageable 4h 11m duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though hitting the road early helps you avoid potential congestion on the Fayetteville Outer Loop. Keep your $30 fuel budget in mind as you plan your stops, ensuring you fuel up while on the highway stretches to avoid searching for stations on slower, local roads. Because the route relies on a mix of US highways and loops, double-check your navigation before leaving to stay on top of the transition points between US 1 and US 13.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 95.1 miles from Brogden, NC, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.8 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 80 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.1 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charlotte, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brogden, 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 Brogden, NC
This is one driving day of about 190.1 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brogden, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Fayetteville Outer Loop for about 21.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.1 mi from Brogden, NC · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
95 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 95.1 miles from Brogden, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Charlotte, NC
The final approach into Charlotte, 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 Charlotte, 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
$30.42 one way
$60.85 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $33.15 | $66.30 |
| premium | $4.78 | $35.76 | $71.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.23 | $84.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57 | 0 | $19.96 | $9.12 |
| Efficient EV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.63 | $7.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76 | 0 | $26.61 | $12.17 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Charlotte, NC
Evening in Charlotte on Sunday
Local time
5:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 11m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brogden, NC to Charlotte, NC covers 190.1 miles and takes about 4h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fayetteville Outer Loop, US 1, US 13. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.1 miles from Brogden, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 190.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 47.6 miles (US 13 / Goldsboro Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brogden, NC to Charlotte, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Fayetteville along the way.
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