Origin
Greensboro, NC
Late night in Greensboro on Saturday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greensboro, NC to Albemarle, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
64.5 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albemarle, NC
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 64.5-mile drive from Greensboro, NC, to Albemarle, NC, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 24 minutes. Given its short duration and the fact that it's a single-day trip, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route is highly focused on highway travel, making up 92% of the journey, so expect a quick and direct experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this trip is very budget-friendly. Both Greensboro and Albemarle are located within the Southeast region, so you'll be staying within familiar territory throughout this NC road trip.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 64.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
You'll find this journey is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the 64.5 miles covered on main roads like NC 49 and I 73. Expect swift progress for the most part, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 25.5 miles on NC 49. While the majority of the route is designed for efficient travel, the transition between these main arteries is seamless, ensuring minimal disruption to your pace. The character of the drive is consistent, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with few 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 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NC 49 and Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway. 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
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: 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 10 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
|
~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.
5
21 mi into trip
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~24m in
|
I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 52
At end of road, turn left onto US 52
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 49 | 25.5 mi | 33m |
| Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway | 17.7 mi | 19m |
| I 73 | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| US 52 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| NC 8 | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Freeman Mill Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| North 1st Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Albemarle Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NC 49
— 25.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, NC and Albemarle, 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
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 73; I 74; US 220
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
10
Keep slight right at fork
206 ft
·
4 sec
11
Turn slight right onto Albemarle Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Albemarle Road
12
Continue on NC 49
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
NC 49
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on NC 49
16 mi
·
19 min
·
NC 49
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn slight left onto NC 8
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
NC 8
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 52
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 52
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto US 52 Business
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North 1st Street
17
Turn right onto West Main Street
138 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.3 mi from Greensboro, NC · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.3 miles from Greensboro, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Albemarle, NC
The final approach into Albemarle, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.09 one way
$20.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.03 | $22.06 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.94 | $23.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.77 | $3.10 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.03 | $4.13 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Albemarle, NC
Late night in Albemarle on Saturday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
10 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
1h 24m 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 Albemarle, NC covers 64.5 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 49, Governor John Motley Morehead Expressway, I 73. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.3 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 $10.09 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 64.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: 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 Albemarle, 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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