Origin
Eden, NC
Afternoon in Eden on Sunday
Local time
2:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eden, NC to Apex, NC
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
105 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Photo: Daniel Smyth
Trip Overview
Traveling from Eden to Apex covers 105 miles through the North Carolina Southeast, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 47 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for the round trip. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you should prepare for a drive that prioritizes community connectivity over high-speed transit. It is a straightforward, manageable trek that gets you between these two points without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
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
52.5 miles from Eden, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, your path follows United States 87, Bethlehem Church Road, and Harrington Highway, offering a more hands-on experience. With a 0% highway share, you won't find yourself cruising on long, uninterrupted stretches; in fact, the longest stretch on United States 87 is 0 miles. This route is defined by frequent turns and transitions between local roads, so stay alert as the road configuration shifts. Navigating these smaller roads requires a bit more focus than a highway cruise, but it provides a consistent pace throughout the 105-mile journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
United States 87 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Eden, NC to Apex, NC is easy. At 1h 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eden, NC to Apex, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States 87 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bethlehem Church Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harrington Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Van Buren Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Reidsville | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Barnes Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Webb Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Elm Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
United States 87
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden, NC and Apex, NC.
1
Start on South Hamilton Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Hamilton Street
2
Continue on United States 87
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
United States 87
3
Turn left onto Bethlehem Church Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Bethlehem Church Road
4
Turn left onto Harrington Highway
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Harrington Highway
5
Turn right onto South Van Buren Road
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
South Van Buren Road
6
Take the exit right
2.2 mi
·
2 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward Reidsville, Downtown
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Reidsville, Downtown
8
Keep slight left
102 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn left onto Barnes Street
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Barnes Street
10
Continue straight
17 mi
·
20 min
11
Turn left onto West Webb Avenue
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
West Webb Avenue
12
Continue on West Elm Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Elm Street
13
Turn left onto West Harden Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Harden Street
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Harden Street
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Harden Street
15
Exit the roundabout onto East Harden Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Harden Street
16
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
17
Merge slight left onto Sam Hunt Freeway
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Sam Hunt Freeway
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Raleigh
21 mi
·
23 min
·
I 40 East: Raleigh
19
Take the exit slight right toward NC 885 Toll South: Triangle Expressway, Sanford
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
NC 885 Toll South: Triangle Expressway, Sanford
20
Merge slight left onto Triangle Expressway
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Triangle Expressway
21
Keep slight right to continue on NC 540 Toll South: Sanford
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NC 540 Toll South: Sanford
22
Continue on Triangle Expressway
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Triangle Expressway
23
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
24
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
25
Keep slight right to continue on US 64 East: Apex
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 64 East: Apex
26
Merge slight left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
27
Take the exit slight right toward NC 55: Apex, Durham
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
NC 55: Apex, Durham
28
Turn right onto West Williams Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Williams Street
29
Turn left onto Hunter Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hunter Street
30
Turn right onto North Salem Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Salem Street
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 47 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. Since there are no designated stops scheduled along the way, consider checking your fuel levels before you leave Eden to ensure you don't need to hunt for gas stations along the secondary roads. If you prefer a smoother ride, try to avoid peak local traffic hours, as the reliance on local roads can make the trip feel slower if you get stuck behind commuters. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation apps updated, as the frequent turns on Bethlehem Church Road and Harrington Highway can be easy to miss if you aren't paying close attention to the signage.
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 52.5 miles from Eden, NC, or about 53m into the drive.
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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.5 miles or 53m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apex, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eden, 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 Eden, NC
This is one driving day of about 105 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eden, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.5 mi from Eden, NC · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 52.5 miles from Eden, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Apex, 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
$16.80 one way
$33.61 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $18.31 | $36.62 |
| premium | $4.78 | $19.75 | $39.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.33 | $46.65 |
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: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.19 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.70 | $6.72 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Apex on Sunday
Local time
2:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
64°F
Graham, NC
53 mi in
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
1h 47m 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 Eden, NC to Apex, NC covers 105 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are United States 87, Bethlehem Church Road, Harrington Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.5 miles from Eden, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.80 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.
The drive from Eden, NC to Apex, NC is easy. At 1h 47m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eden, NC to Apex, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eden, NC to Apex, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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