Origin
Greenville, NC
Afternoon in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
4:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenville, NC to Monroe, NC
Drive Time
4h 36m
Distance
226.1 mi
364 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 23m
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6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 46m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenville, NC
Alex Borelli
Monroe, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
Spanning 226.1 miles through the Southeast, this drive from Greenville to Monroe takes approximately 4 hours and 36 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates, it functions best as a focused one-day trip. You should budget about $35 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating your way out of Greenville via East 5th Street and South Evans Street sets the pace for a trip that prioritizes local connectivity over highway speed. While it is a longer day in the car, the route is manageable for those who prefer to avoid high-traffic corridors and stay on surface streets.
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
113.1 miles from Greenville, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through various local segments, including West 10th Street, with no long, uninterrupted stretches to rely on; in fact, your longest stretch on East 5th Street is essentially zero miles. This profile creates a very different experience than a standard interstate cruise, requiring constant navigation through towns and local intersections. The road’s personality is defined by these frequent transitions, making it a technical drive that keeps you engaged with the changing local landscape throughout the 226.1-mile journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 5th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 36m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Greenville, NC to Monroe, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 5th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Evans Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Farmville Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Stantonsburg Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John P East Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Thomas Bradshaw Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dan K Moore Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East 5th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenville, NC and Monroe, NC.
1
Start on South Summit Street
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
South Summit Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto East 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East 5th Street
3
Turn left onto South Evans Street
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
South Evans Street
4
Turn right onto West 10th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 10th Street
5
Continue on Farmville Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Farmville Boulevard
6
Continue on Stantonsburg Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Stantonsburg Road
7
Continue on John P East Memorial Highway
33 mi
·
35 min
·
John P East Memorial Highway
8
Merge slight right
41 mi
·
43 min
9
Merge slight left
2.7 mi
·
3 min
10
Merge slight left onto Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
11
Continue on Dan K Moore Freeway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Dan K Moore Freeway
12
Continue on Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
13
Continue on Dan K Moore Freeway
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
Dan K Moore Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 440 East, US 1, US 64 West: Raleigh, Wake Forest, Sanford, Asheboro
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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I 440 East, US 1, US 64 West: Raleigh, Wake Forest, Sanford, Asheboro
15
Keep slight left to continue on US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
16
Keep slight right to continue on US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
17
Keep slight left to continue on US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Asheboro
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Asheboro
18
Keep slight left to continue on US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
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US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
19
Keep slight left to continue on US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
20
Merge slight left onto Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
21
Continue on Jefferson Davis Highway
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Jefferson Davis Highway
22
Take the exit slight right
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
23
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
52 min
24
Turn right onto East Green Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Green Street
25
At the end of the road, turn right onto Broad Avenue
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Broad Avenue
26
Continue on East Caswell Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
East Caswell Street
27
Continue on Salisbury Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Salisbury Street
28
Continue on W. Cliff Martin Highway
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
29
Keep slight right to continue on W. Cliff Martin Highway
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
30
Continue on Carroll M. Edwards Highway
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Carroll M. Edwards Highway
31
Continue on East Marshville Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
East Marshville Boulevard
32
Continue on Carroll M. Edwards Highway
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Carroll M. Edwards Highway
33
Keep slight right to continue on US 74 West: Wingate, Monroe
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
US 74 West: Wingate, Monroe
34
Turn left onto Franklin Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Franklin Street
35
Continue on East Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
36
Turn right onto North Hayne Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Hayne Street
37
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this route is entirely composed of local roads, plan for a steady, consistent pace rather than high-speed travel. You should factor in at least one planned stop to break up the 4-hour and 36-minute duration, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive can be mentally tiring. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight hours, which helps significantly when navigating local intersections and changing street names. Keep your $35 fuel budget handy and fill up before leaving Greenville to ensure you have a smooth start. Most importantly, since you won't have the benefit of highway signage for long stretches, double-check your turn-by-turn navigation frequently to stay on track.
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 113.1 miles from Greenville, NC, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.1 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monroe, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenville, 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 Greenville, NC
This is one driving day of about 226.1 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greenville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.1 mi from Greenville, NC · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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 113.1 miles from Greenville, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Monroe, NC
The final approach into Monroe, 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 Monroe, 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
$36.18 one way
$72.37 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $39.43 | $78.85 |
| premium | $4.78 | $42.53 | $85.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.23 | $100.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.8 | 0 | $23.74 | $10.85 |
| Efficient EV | 56.5 | 0 | $19.78 | $9.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.4 | 1 | $31.65 | $14.47 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 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
Monroe, NC
Afternoon in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
4:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
3 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
4h 36m 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 Greenville, NC to Monroe, NC covers 226.1 miles and takes about 4h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 5th Street, South Evans Street, West 10th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.1 miles from Greenville, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.18 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 straightforward 4h 36m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Greenville, NC to Monroe, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Greenville, NC to Monroe, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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