Origin
Fletcher, NC
Evening in Fletcher on Tuesday
Local time
8:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fletcher, NC to Fayetteville, NC
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
5h 9m
Distance
238.9 mi
385 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 56m
★
6 AM
5h 10m
8 AM
5h 37m
10 AM
5h 19m
12 PM
5h 16m
3 PM
5h 20m
5 PM
5h 35m
8 PM
5h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fletcher, NC
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Fayetteville, NC
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Trip Overview
This 238.9-mile drive from Fletcher, NC, to Fayetteville, NC, is planned for about 5 hours and 9 minutes of travel time. While doable as a single day trip, consider it a full day commitment. The route primarily follows Andrew Jackson Highway and Fayetteville Road, with a portion on the Monroe Expressway, and features a relatively low 14% highway share, suggesting a more local driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, this journey through the Southeast region of North Carolina is quite budget-friendly. You'll encounter one recommended stop along the way, making it a manageable excursion for a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
119.5 miles from Fletcher, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 238.9-mile trip. With only 14% of the route on highways, you'll spend most of your time navigating local roads like Andrew Jackson Highway and Fayetteville Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 33.8 miles on Andrew Jackson Highway, giving you a sense of the road's pace. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a journey where you'll be making frequent turns and adjusting to local traffic patterns. The character of the drive will likely shift as you move through different communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 55 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Andrew Jackson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 33.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.5 miles in near US 74 / Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 238.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.5 miles (US 74 / Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 29 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
24.5 mi into trip
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~30m in
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US 74 / Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway
Take the exit onto US 74 / Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway toward US 74 East, NC 108: Columbus, Rutherfordton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67
Toward US 74 East, NC 108: Columbus, Rutherford...
8
79.2 mi into trip
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~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Gastonia, Charlotte
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 85 North: Gastonia, Charlotte
9
106.3 mi into trip
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~2h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NC 16 South: Downtown Charlotte, Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, Bank of America Stadium
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward NC 16 South: Downtown Charlotte, Brooksh...
9
123.2 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
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US 74 BYP / Monroe Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74 BYP / Monroe Expressway toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham, Wilmington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 255
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham, Wilm...
9
173.6 mi into trip
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~3h 39m in
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US 74 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business Ea...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fletcher, NC and Fayetteville, NC, road signs point toward Rutherfordton, Spartanburg, Charlotte, Bank Of America Stadium, Wilmington and Asheboro.
Rutherfordton
24.5 mi in
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~30m
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via US 74
Spartanburg
79.1 mi in
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~1h 35m
Charlotte
79.2 mi in
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~1h 35m
Bank Of America Stadium
106.3 mi in
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~2h 8m
Wilmington
123.2 mi in
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~2h 31m
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via US 74 BYP
Asheboro
173.6 mi in
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~3h 39m
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via US 74 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 33.8 mi | 41m |
| Fayetteville Road | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Monroe Expressway | 18.7 mi | 21m |
| Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway | 18.2 mi | 19m |
| Senator Marshall Arthur Rauch Highway | 17.6 mi | 21m |
| James A. Callahan Highway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Plank Road | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| W. Cliff Martin Highway | 12.8 mi | 17m |
Longest stretch:
Andrew Jackson Highway
— 33.8 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fletcher, NC and Fayetteville, NC.
1
Start on US 25
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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Hendersonville Road
2
Continue on US 25
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
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Asheville Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
4
Merge onto I 26; US 25; US 74; US 64 Truck
9.8 mi
·
11 min
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Andrew Jackson Highway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 26; US 74
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
6
Take the exit onto US 74
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
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Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway
Exit 67
Toward US 74 East, NC 108: Columbus, Rutherfordton
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
Sergeant W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway
Toward US 74 East: Forest City, Rutherfordton
8
Continue on US 74
18 mi
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19 min
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Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway
9
Continue on US 74
15 mi
·
17 min
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James A. Callahan Highway
10
Take the exit onto US 74
12 mi
·
17 min
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West Dixon Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 74
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
12
Continue on US 74
6.8 mi
·
7 min
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Senator J. Ollie Harris Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
Toward I 85, US 29 South: Charlotte, Spartanburg
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 85 North: Gastonia, Charlotte
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 85
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Senator Marshall Arthur Rauch Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on I 85
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Cameron Morrison Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 36
Toward NC 16: Brookshire Boulevard, Downtown Charlotte
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
386 ft
·
11 sec
Toward NC 16 South: Downtown Charlotte, Brookshire Boulevard, Charlotte, Bank of America Stadium
Use the left / right lanes.
19
Merge onto NC 16
0.3 mi
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21 sec
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Brookshire Boulevard
20
Continue on NC 16
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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Brookshire Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 2B
Toward US 74 East, NC 27 East: Independence Boulevard
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
22
Merge onto US 74; NC 27
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Independence Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
357 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Independence Boulevard
Toward US 74 East
24
Continue on US 74
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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East Independence Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 74
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Independence Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Continue on US 74
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Independence Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74 BYP
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Monroe Expressway
Exit 255
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham, Wilmington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Merge onto US 74
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Carroll M. Edwards Highway
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on US 74
2.9 mi
·
5 min
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West Marshville Boulevard
30
Continue on US 74
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Carroll M. Edwards Highway
31
Continue on US 74
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
Use the straight lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
6.7 mi
·
9 min
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W. Cliff Martin Highway
33
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Salisbury Street
34
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Caswell Street
35
Continue on US 74
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
36
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 74 BUS
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Use the slight right lane.
37
Turn left onto West Green Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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West Green Street
38
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
21 mi
·
24 min
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Fayetteville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Turn right onto Addor Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Addor Road
40
Continue on Addor Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Addor Road
41
At end of road, turn left onto Ashemont Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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Ashemont Road
42
Enter roundabout onto Ashemont Road
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ashemont Road
43
Continue on Ashemont Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashemont Road
44
Keep slight left at fork onto Ashemont Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashemont Road
45
Continue on Army Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Army Road
46
Continue on Plank Road
13 mi
·
18 min
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Plank Road
47
Turn right onto Wayside Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Wayside Road
48
Turn left onto US 401
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Fayetteville Road
Use the straight lane.
49
Continue on US 401
1.4 mi
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1 min
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Raeford Road
Use the straight lane.
50
Continue on US 401
9.5 mi
·
15 min
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South Raeford Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
51
Continue on Arsenal Avenue
362 ft
·
11 sec
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Arsenal Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
52
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Highland Avenue
53
Turn right onto Hay Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Hay Street
Use the right lane.
54
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
369 ft
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5 sec
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Market Square
55
Arrive at destination
Market Square
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour, 9-minute duration, starting your drive from Fletcher, NC, early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as the longest stretch is 33.8 miles on Andrew Jackson Highway, and plan your refueling accordingly within your $37 budget. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, staying alert and utilizing GPS navigation will be key to a smooth journey to Fayetteville, NC.
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 119.5 miles from Fletcher, NC, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.8 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.5 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 6m
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 Fletcher, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Fletcher, NC
This is one driving day of about 238.9 miles and 5h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fletcher, 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 Andrew Jackson Highway for about 33.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119.5 mi from Fletcher, NC · 2h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 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 119.5 miles from Fletcher, 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
$37.36 one way
$74.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $40.85 | $81.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $44.22 | $88.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.75 | $105.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.7 | 0 | $25.08 | $11.47 |
| Efficient EV | 59.7 | 0 | $20.90 | $9.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.6 | 1 | $33.45 | $15.29 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Tuesday
Local time
8:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
7 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
5h 9m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fletcher, NC to Fayetteville, NC covers 238.9 miles and takes about 5h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Andrew Jackson Highway, Fayetteville Road, Monroe Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119.5 miles from Fletcher, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.36 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 238.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 24.5 miles (US 74 / Sgt W Dean Arledge Memorial Highway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Fletcher, NC and Fayetteville, NC, road signs point toward Rutherfordton, Spartanburg, Charlotte, Bank Of America Stadium, Wilmington and Asheboro.
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