Origin
Fairfield Harbour, NC
Late night in Fairfield Harbour on Saturday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
127.5 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield Harbour, NC
Michael Ken
Fayetteville, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC covers 127.5 miles and takes about 2h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Caracara Drive, Cassowary Lane, Broad Creek Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.94 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.
Midpoint
63.7 miles from Fairfield Harbour, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 127.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 23m drive with frequent turns across 127.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Caracara Drive 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC is easy. At 2h 23m 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 Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Caracara Drive | — | — |
| Cassowary Lane | — | — |
| Broad Creek Road | — | — |
| Freedom Memorial Bridge | — | — |
| Richlands Road | — | — |
| Old Asphalt Road | — | — |
| Old Pink Hill Road | — | — |
| East Weeks Circle | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Caracara Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield Harbour, NC and Fayetteville, NC.
1
Start on Pelican Drive
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Pelican Drive
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Caracara Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Caracara Drive
3
Turn left onto Cassowary Lane
466 ft
·
25 sec
·
Cassowary Lane
4
Turn left onto Broad Creek Road
5.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Broad Creek Road
5
Turn left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
6
Keep slight left
3.3 mi
·
4 min
7
Merge slight left onto Freedom Memorial Bridge
34 mi
·
37 min
·
Freedom Memorial Bridge
8
Turn left onto Richlands Road
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Richlands Road
9
Turn right onto Old Asphalt Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Asphalt Road
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Pink Hill Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Pink Hill Road
11
Turn slight right
44 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward East Weeks Circle
410 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Weeks Circle
13
Exit the rotary onto Fayetteville Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fayetteville Street
14
Continue on Newton Grove Highway
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Newton Grove Highway
15
Merge slight left onto Fayetteville Highway
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Fayetteville Highway
16
Continue on Goldsboro Road
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Goldsboro Road
17
Turn left
108 ft
·
2 sec
18
Keep slight right to continue on Goldsboro Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Goldsboro Road
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Fayetteville, Lumberton
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 South: Fayetteville, Lumberton
20
Merge slight left
2.6 mi
·
2 min
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope AFB
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope AFB
22
Turn right onto Grove Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Grove Street
23
Turn left onto B Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
B Street
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Person Street
7 ft
·
Person Street
25
Exit the roundabout onto Person Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Person Street
26
Exit the roundabout onto Person Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Person Street
27
Enter the roundabout toward Market Square
154 ft
·
2 sec
·
Market Square
28
Arrive at your destination
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 63.7 miles from Fairfield Harbour, NC, or about 1h 11m 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 28 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.7 miles or 1h 11m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairfield Harbour, 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 Fairfield Harbour, NC
This is one driving day of about 127.5 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Fairfield Harbour, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.7 mi from Fairfield Harbour, NC · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.7 miles from Fairfield Harbour, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fayetteville, NC
The final approach into Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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
$19.94 one way
$39.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $21.80 | $43.60 |
| premium | $4.70 | $23.60 | $47.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.15 | $56.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.39 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Fayetteville, NC
Late night in Fayetteville on Saturday
Local time
12:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 23m 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 Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC covers 127.5 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Caracara Drive, Cassowary Lane, Broad Creek Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.7 miles from Fairfield Harbour, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.94 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 Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC is easy. At 2h 23m 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 Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fairfield Harbour, NC to Fayetteville, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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