Origin
Greensboro, NC
Morning in Greensboro on Friday
Local time
10:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greensboro, NC to Denton, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
40 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denton, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This straightforward 40-mile drive from Greensboro, NC to Denton, NC is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 51 minutes to complete. With a highway share of 88%, you'll spend most of your time on major roads like NC 109, I-85, and US 29. The estimated fuel cost for this short journey is a budget-friendly $6. Since it's a quick drive within the Southeast region and both states are North Carolina, you won't encounter significant regional shifts. This route is ideal for a quick transfer or a short excursion without needing an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 40 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a decidedly highway-focused drive for this 40-mile trip, with 88% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll primarily navigate via NC 109, I-85, and US 29, offering a consistent pace for most of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.7 miles on NC 109, providing a solid segment of continuous driving. The character of the road remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficiency and direct travel rather than scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 109 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NC 109 and I 85. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Greene Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 40 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (West McGee Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.4 miles (Freeman Mill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Greene Street
Turn right onto South Greene Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West McGee Street
Enter roundabout onto West McGee Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
1.4 mi into trip
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~2m in
|
Freeman Mill Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Freeman Mill Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
23.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NC 109: Thomasville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NC 109: Thomasville
6
39.8 mi into trip
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~51m in
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North Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 109 | 15.7 mi | 21m |
| I 85 | 14.7 mi | 15m |
| US 29 | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Freeman Mill Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Randolph Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 1st Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West McGee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NC 109
— 15.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, NC and Denton, NC.
1
Start on West Market Street
130 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Market Street
2
Turn right onto South Greene Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Greene Street
Use the right lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto West McGee Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
West McGee Street
4
Continue on West McGee Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West McGee Street
5
Turn left onto Freeman Mill Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Freeman Mill Road
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Freeman Mill Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Freeman Mill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 220
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 29
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 29
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
15 mi
·
15 min
·
I 85
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NC 109: Thomasville
12
Keep slight left at fork
100 ft
·
10 sec
Toward NC 109: Thomasville
13
Turn left onto NC 109
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Randolph Street
14
Turn straight onto NC 109
16 mi
·
21 min
·
NC 109
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto East 1st Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
East 1st Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto North Main Street
456 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Main Street
17
Turn right onto NC 47
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
West Salisbury Street
18
Arrive at destination
NC 47
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20 mi from Greensboro, NC · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Greensboro, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Denton, NC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Denton, NC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.26 one way
$12.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.40 | $14.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Denton, NC
Morning in Denton on Friday
Local time
10:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
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
25 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
51m 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 Greensboro, NC to Denton, NC covers 40 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 109, I 85, US 29. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 miles from Greensboro, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.26 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 is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 40 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (West McGee Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.4 miles (Freeman Mill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Greensboro, NC to Denton, 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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