Origin
Erwin, NC
Evening in Erwin on Friday
Local time
5:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Erwin, NC to Fayetteville, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Erwin, NC
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Fayetteville, NC
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 28-mile drive from Erwin, NC to Fayetteville, NC is a quick trip, typically taking just 36 minutes. It's an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $4, this route is budget-friendly. The journey primarily utilizes I-95 and I-95 Business, offering a direct path through the Southeast region. Its highway-focused profile makes it a practical choice for those seeking an efficient connection between these North Carolina towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 28 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 79% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll encounter a longest continuous stretch of 15.2 miles on I-95, providing a consistent pace. The profile suggests a focus on efficient travel, so anticipate primarily interstate driving with limited deviations onto local roads like Dorman Road. This isn't a route for winding scenic byways; rather, it's designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 95 Business. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in near I 95.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 28 miles you will encounter 11 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 6.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 95 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.1 miles (B Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
21.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 95 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 Business toward I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope AFB
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 56
Toward I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayettevill...
6
27.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
B Street
Turn left onto B Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
27.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Person Street
Enter roundabout onto Person Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
28 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Market Square
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Erwin, NC and Fayetteville, NC, road signs point toward Fort Bragg and Pope Afb.
Fort Bragg
21.4 mi in
|
~27m
|
via I 95 Business
Pope Afb
21.4 mi in
|
~27m
|
via I 95 Business
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| I 95 Business | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Dorman Road | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| NC 82 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Arrowhead Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Long Branch Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Antioch Church Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Person Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 15.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erwin, NC and Fayetteville, NC.
1
Start on Chief Joseph Lane
455 ft
·
11 sec
·
Chief Joseph Lane
2
Continue on South 14th Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
South 14th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Moulton Spring Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Moulton Spring Road
4
Continue on NC 82
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Iris Bryant Road
5
Continue on NC 82
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Antioch Church Road
6
Turn right onto NC 82
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
NC 82
7
Turn left onto Dorman Road
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dorman Road
8
Continue on Arrowhead Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Arrowhead Road
9
Continue on State Road 1002
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Long Branch Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
11
Merge onto I 95
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 Business
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 95 Business
Exit 56
Toward I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope AFB
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto NC 24; NC 210
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Grove Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto B Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
B Street
Use the left lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto Person Street
8 ft
·
0 sec
·
Person Street
16
Continue on Person Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Person Street
17
Continue on Person Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Person Street
18
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
155 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Square
19
Arrive at destination
Market Square
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.38 one way
$8.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.18 | $10.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Fayetteville, NC
Evening in Fayetteville on Friday
Local time
5:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
SW 6 to 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
44 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
36m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Erwin, NC to Fayetteville, NC covers 28 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 95 Business, Dorman 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 14 miles from Erwin, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.38 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 28 miles you will encounter 11 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 6.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 95 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.1 miles (B Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Erwin, NC and Fayetteville, NC, road signs point toward Fort Bragg and Pope Afb.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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