If you are planning to travel from Edneyville to Greensboro, expect a 173.2-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 1 minute. This route is designed as a single-day trip, making it an efficient option for those looking to reach their destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget about $28 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Southeast locations. Because the drive relies on local roads rather than interstates, it offers a more intimate look at the regional landscape. It is a straightforward trip for drivers who prefer avoiding high-speed congestion in favor of a steadier pace.
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
86.6 miles from Edneyville, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 173.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. Your path will primarily follow Chimney Rock Road, Gerton Highway, and Old Fort Road, which demand your full attention behind the wheel. Because you are navigating local roads for the entire 173.2-mile distance, the driving style is technical and requires frequent adjustments. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches of highway here, meaning the road character remains consistent in its complexity from start to finish. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes maneuvering over cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 145.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and NC 9. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 24.3 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 173.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 163 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
24.3 mi into trip|~37m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
163 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
7
169.7 mi into trip|~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward Freeman Mill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 218B
Toward Freeman Mill Road
5
170 mi into trip|~3h 22m in|Freeman Mill Road
Merge onto Freeman Mill Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
173 mi into trip|~3h 27m in|West Market Street
Turn right onto West Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Edneyville, NC to Greensboro, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Martinsville along the way.
Martinsville
163 mi in|~3h 13m|via I 40
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
145.5 mi
2h 44m
NC 9
6.9 mi
9m
Bat Cave Road
6.7 mi
11m
Chimney Rock Road
5.4 mi
9m
Old Fort Road
4.9 mi
6m
Freeman Mill Road
2.8 mi
4m
South Edgeworth Street
0.2 mi
<1m
West Market Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 145.5 mi, about 2h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edneyville, NC and Greensboro, NC.
1
Start on this road
25 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto US 64
5.4 mi·9 min·Chimney Rock Road
3
Continue on US 74A; NC 9
0.2 mi·26 sec·Gerton Highway
4
Turn right onto NC 9
6.9 mi·9 min·NC 9
5
Turn right onto Old Fort Road
1.3 mi·1 min·Old Fort Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto Old Fort Road
3.6 mi·5 min·Old Fort Road
7
Continue on Bat Cave Road
6.7 mi·11 min·Bat Cave Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
9
Merge onto I 40
139 mi·2 hr 36 min·I 40
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
6.7 mi·8 min·I 40
Toward I 40 East: Greensboro, MartinsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 218BToward Freeman Mill RoadUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto Freeman Mill Road
2.2 mi·3 min·Freeman Mill Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn straight onto Freeman Mill Road
0.6 mi·53 sec·Freeman Mill Road
14
Continue on South Edgeworth Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·South Edgeworth Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto West Market Street
0.2 mi·39 sec·West Market Street
Use the right lane.
16
Arrive at destination
West Market Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Since there is only one suggested stop, try to time your break to coincide with the halfway point to keep your energy up throughout the winding sections. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of this route can be more taxing than standard highway driving, so factor in extra time if you are hauling gear or driving a larger vehicle. To make the most of your $28 fuel budget, ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Edneyville, as local roads may offer fewer convenient fueling options compared to major interstates. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace to match the rhythm of the road.
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 86.6 miles from Edneyville, NC, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.5 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 38 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.6 miles or 1h 47m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greensboro, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edneyville, 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 Edneyville, NC
This is one driving day of about 173.2 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Edneyville, 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 40 for about 145.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.6 mi from Edneyville, NC
· 1h 47m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.08 one way
$54.17 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$29.61
$59.23
premium
$4.70
$32.06
$64.11
diesel
$5.61
$38.24
$76.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
3 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Electrify America Charging Station
Old Fort, North Carolina
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Old Fort, North Carolina
Tesla
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Old Fort, North Carolina
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Electrify America: 1
Tesla: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52
0
$18.19
$8.31
Efficient EV
43.3
0
$15.15
$6.93
EV Truck/SUV
69.3
0
$24.25
$11.08
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Edneyville, NC
Evening
in Edneyville on Friday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Greensboro, NC
Evening
in Greensboro on Friday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Marion, NC
87 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
14 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
3h 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 Edneyville, NC to Greensboro, NC covers 173.2 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, NC 9, Bat Cave Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.6 miles from Edneyville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.08 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 173.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 24.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 163 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Edneyville, NC to Greensboro, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Martinsville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
