Origin
Fayetteville, NC
Evening in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fayetteville, NC to Pinehurst, NC
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
42.9 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
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6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fayetteville, NC
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Fayetteville, NC to Pinehurst, NC covers 42.9 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Plank Road, Raeford Road, Aberdeen Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.1 miles on Plank Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.87 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.5 miles from Fayetteville, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 5m drive with frequent turns across 42.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Plank Road is the longest continuous segment at about 13.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in near Wayside Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.9 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 13.1 miles (Wayside Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles (US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (NC 5 / West South 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
13.1 mi into trip
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~21m in
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Wayside Road
Turn right onto Wayside Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
36.3 mi into trip
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~55m in
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US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard
Turn right onto US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
36.6 mi into trip
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~55m in
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NC 5 / West South Street
Turn left onto NC 5 / West South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
42.5 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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NC 2 / Cherokee Road
Enter roundabout onto NC 2 / Cherokee Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
42.7 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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Village Green Road West
Turn sharp left onto Village Green Road West
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Plank Road | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| Raeford Road | 11 mi | 17m |
| Aberdeen Road | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| West South Street | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Wayside Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Hay Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Fayetteville Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Sandhills Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Plank Road
— 13.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayetteville, NC and Pinehurst, NC.
1
Start on Market Square
48 ft
·
2 sec
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Market Square
2
Continue on Hay Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Hay Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Highland Avenue
4
Turn right onto Arsenal Avenue
362 ft
·
9 sec
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Arsenal Avenue
5
Continue on Raeford Road
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Raeford Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 401
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fayetteville Road
Use the none lane.
7
Turn right onto Wayside Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wayside Road
Use the none lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto Plank Road
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Plank Road
9
Turn right onto NC 211
8.3 mi
·
12 min
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Aberdeen Road
10
Continue on US 15; US 501; NC 211
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Poindexter Street
11
Turn right onto US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Sandhills Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto NC 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
West South Street
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto NC 2
514 ft
·
10 sec
·
Cherokee Road
14
Enter roundabout onto NC 2
81 ft
·
1 sec
·
Cherokee Road
15
Continue on NC 2
431 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cherokee Road
16
Continue on NC 2
500 ft
·
17 sec
·
Azalea Road
17
Turn sharp left onto Village Green Road West
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Village Green Road West
18
Turn straight onto Chinquapin Road
273 ft
·
13 sec
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Chinquapin Road
19
Arrive at destination
Chinquapin Road
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 21.5 miles from Fayetteville, NC, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.1 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 42.9 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.5 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pinehurst, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, NC
This is one driving day of about 42.9 miles and 1h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fayetteville, 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.
The longest stretch is on Plank Road for about 13.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Fayetteville, NC · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Fayetteville, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pinehurst, NC
The final approach into Pinehurst, 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 Pinehurst, 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
$6.87 one way
$13.73 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
| premium | $4.78 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Pinehurst, NC
Evening in Pinehurst on Sunday
Local time
7:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°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
27 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
1h 5m 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 Fayetteville, NC to Pinehurst, NC covers 42.9 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Plank Road, Raeford Road, Aberdeen Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.5 miles from Fayetteville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.87 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 42.9 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 13.1 miles (Wayside Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles (US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211 / South Sandhills Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (NC 5 / West South Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fayetteville, NC to Pinehurst, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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