Origin
City of Greenville, NC
Afternoon in City of Greenville on Thursday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Greenville, NC to Aberdeen, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
153.4 mi
247 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 46m
★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Greenville, NC
Alex Borelli
Aberdeen, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from City of Greenville, NC to Aberdeen, NC covers 153.4 miles and takes about 2h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 587, John P East Memorial Highway, Jefferson Davis Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.8 miles on I 587. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.99 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.7 miles from City of Greenville, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 153.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from City of Greenville, NC to Aberdeen, NC covers 153.4 miles and takes about 2h 57m, 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 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 587 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.8 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 88.6 miles in near US 64.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 153.4 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 88.6 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.9 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
88.6 mi into trip
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~1h 39m in
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US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
9
88.9 mi into trip
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~1h 39m in
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US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 293A
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
6
89.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Ashebor...
6
89.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, A...
6
90 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, A...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between City of Greenville, NC and Aberdeen, NC, road signs point toward Wake Forest, Sanford and Asheboro.
Wake Forest
88.3 mi in
|
~1h 38m
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via US 64
Sanford
88.3 mi in
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~1h 38m
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via US 64
Asheboro
88.3 mi in
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~1h 38m
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via US 64
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 587 | 40.8 mi | 43m |
| John P East Memorial Highway | 32.8 mi | 35m |
| Jefferson Davis Highway | 23 mi | 27m |
| Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway | 22 mi | 24m |
| US 1 | 17.7 mi | 23m |
| Thomas Bradshaw Freeway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Dan K Moore Freeway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| I 87 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 587
— 40.8 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Greenville, NC and Aberdeen, NC.
1
Start on South Evans Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Evans Street
2
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 10th Street
3
Continue on Farmville Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Farmville Boulevard
4
Continue on Stantonsburg Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Stantonsburg Road
5
Continue on I 587
33 mi
·
35 min
·
John P East Memorial Highway
6
Merge onto I 587; I 795; US 264
41 mi
·
43 min
·
I 587; I 795; US 264
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 87; I 440; US 64
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 87; I 440; US 64
8
Merge onto I 40; US 64
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 40; US 64
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Dan K Moore Freeway
10
Continue on I 40; US 64
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
11
Continue on I 40; US 64
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
Dan K Moore Freeway
12
Take the exit onto US 64
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 64
Toward I 440 East, US 1, US 64 West: Raleigh, Wake Forest, Sanford, Asheboro
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 64
Exit 293A
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
Use the right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Asheboro
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
18
Merge onto US 1; US 64
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 1
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Jefferson Davis Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
21
Merge onto US 1
18 mi
·
23 min
·
US 1
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn left onto NC 5
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
West South Street
23
Arrive at destination
NC 5
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.7 miles from City of Greenville, NC, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.8 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.7 miles or 1h 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 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aberdeen, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Greenville, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 City of Greenville, NC
This is one driving day of about 153.4 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from City of Greenville, 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 I 587 for about 40.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.7 mi from City of Greenville, NC · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.7 miles from City of Greenville, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Aberdeen, NC
The final approach into Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen, 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
$23.99 one way
$47.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $26.23 | $52.46 |
| premium | $4.70 | $28.39 | $56.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.87 | $67.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.36 |
| Efficient EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.42 | $6.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Aberdeen, NC
Afternoon in Aberdeen on Thursday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
8 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 57m 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 City of Greenville, NC to Aberdeen, NC covers 153.4 miles and takes about 2h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 587, John P East 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 76.7 miles from City of Greenville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.99 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 153.4 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 88.6 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.9 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between City of Greenville, NC and Aberdeen, NC, road signs point toward Wake Forest, Sanford and Asheboro.
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