Origin
Greensboro, NC
Afternoon in Greensboro on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greensboro, NC to Scotland Neck, NC
Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
163.2 mi
263 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
★
6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 43m
8 PM
3h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scotland Neck, NC
Nunzio Guerrera
Trip Overview
The drive from Greensboro, NC to Scotland Neck, NC covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, US 64, I 87 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.5 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.12 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.6 miles from Greensboro, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 20m highway drive covering 163.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.5 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 64.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 163.2 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 4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 27 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East, I 85 Business North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East, I 85 Business North
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
38.4 mi into trip
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~48m in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Raleigh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Raleigh
8
68.7 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
|
SR 1728 / Wade Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728 / Wade Avenue toward Wade Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 289
Toward Wade Avenue
7
81.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Roc...
Towns Along This Route
Between Greensboro, NC and Scotland Neck, NC, road signs point toward Wilson, Greenville, Battleboro and Rocky Mount.
Wilson
81.5 mi in
|
~1h 39m
Greenville
81.5 mi in
|
~1h 39m
Battleboro
133.5 mi in
|
~2h 37m
Rocky Mount
133.5 mi in
|
~2h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 64.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 64 | 27.1 mi | 29m |
| I 87 | 16.8 mi | 17m |
| Thirteen Bridges Road | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| I 440 | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Watson Seed Farm Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| I 95 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| NC 125 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 64.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, NC and Scotland Neck, NC.
1
Start on West Market Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Market Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn right onto South Dudley Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Dudley Street
3
Continue on Bennett Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Bennett Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto East Gate City Boulevard
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Gate City Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 40 East, I 85 Business North
6
Merge onto I 40
34 mi
·
39 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
30 mi
·
34 min
·
I 40
Toward I 40 East: Raleigh
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Wade Avenue
Exit 289
Toward Wade Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 440 East, US 1 North: Wake Forest
10
Merge onto I 440; US 1
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
I 440; US 1
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 87; US 64; US 264
17 mi
·
17 min
·
I 87; US 64; US 264
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
27 mi
·
29 min
·
US 64
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 95 North
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 95 North
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
18
Merge onto I 95
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
I 95
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward NC 4, NC 48: Gold Rock, Battleboro, Rocky Mount
20
Enter roundabout
22 ft
·
0 sec
21
Continue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
22
Turn left onto NC 4; NC 48
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NC 4; NC 48
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Watson Seed Farm Road
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Watson Seed Farm Road
24
Continue on Moore Farm Road
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Moore Farm Road
25
At end of road, turn left onto US 301
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 301
26
Turn right onto Whitaker Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Whitaker Street
27
Continue on Thirteen Bridges Road
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Thirteen Bridges Road
28
Turn right onto NC 125; NC 903
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
NC 125; NC 903
29
Continue on East 12th Street
487 ft
·
22 sec
·
East 12th Street
30
Turn right onto Roanoke Street
469 ft
·
16 sec
·
Roanoke Street
31
Turn left onto East 11th Street
61 ft
·
2 sec
·
East 11th Street
32
Arrive at destination
East 11th Street
Trip Plan
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 81.6 miles from Greensboro, NC, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.5 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.6 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scotland Neck, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC
This is one driving day of about 163.2 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greensboro, 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 I 40 for about 64.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.6 mi from Greensboro, NC · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 81.6 miles from Greensboro, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.5 miles.
Arriving in Scotland Neck, NC
The final approach into Scotland Neck, 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 Scotland Neck, 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
$26.12 one way
$52.24 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $28.46 | $56.91 |
| premium | $4.78 | $30.70 | $61.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.26 | $72.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49 | 0 | $17.14 | $7.83 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.28 | $6.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.85 | $10.44 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Scotland Neck, NC
Afternoon in Scotland Neck on Sunday
Local time
4:08 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
1 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
3h 20m 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 Scotland Neck, NC covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 64, I 87. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.6 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 $26.12 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 163.2 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 4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Greensboro, NC and Scotland Neck, NC, road signs point toward Wilson, Greenville, Battleboro and Rocky Mount.
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