The drive from Half Moon, NC to Maine, NC covers 237.9 miles and takes about 4h 43m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, NC 24, Beulaville Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 138.9 miles on I 40.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
118.9 miles from Half Moon, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 24m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 43m. Total distance: 237.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 43m highway drive covering 237.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and NC 24. The longest continuous stretch is about 138.9 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 19 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 138.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and NC 24. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 36.7 miles in near NC 24.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.9 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 36.7 miles (NC 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
36.7 mi into trip|~53m in|NC 24
Take the exit onto NC 24
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
96.5 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
182.7 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
190.3 mi into trip|~3h 46m in|I 40; US 220
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
202.9 mi into trip|~4h 2m in|I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Half Moon, NC to Maine, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Statesville along the way.
Statesville
202.9 mi in|~4h 2m|via I 40
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
138.9 mi
2h 40m
NC 24
59.8 mi
1h 4m
Beulaville Highway
20.8 mi
29m
Gum Branch Road
6.8 mi
10m
South Kenansville Bypass
5.8 mi
8m
Richlands Highway
2.2 mi
3m
US 158
1.8 mi
2m
East Franck Street
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 138.9 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Half Moon, NC and Maine, NC.
1
Start on Ramsey Road
96 ft·5 sec·Ramsey Road
2
Turn right onto Gum Branch Road
6.8 mi·10 min·Gum Branch Road
3
Continue on East Franck Street
1.2 mi·2 min·East Franck Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 258; NC 24
2.2 mi·3 min·Richlands Highway
5
Continue on US 258; NC 24
21 mi·29 min·Beulaville Highway
6
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 903
5.8 mi·8 min·South Kenansville Bypass
7
Take the exit onto NC 24
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·NC 24
Use the right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
86 mi·1 hr 38 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
7.7 mi·9 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
13 mi·15 min·I 40; US 220
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
32 mi·37 min·I 40
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, StatesvilleUse the slight left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward Farmington Road
13
Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
248 ft·7 sec·Farmington Road
14
Continue on Farmington Road
0.1 mi·18 sec·Farmington Road
15
Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
125 ft·3 sec·Farmington Road
16
Continue on Farmington Road
0.3 mi·36 sec·Farmington Road
17
Turn right onto US 158
1.8 mi·2 min·US 158
18
Turn left onto Oak Grove Church Road
48 ft·2 sec·Oak Grove Church Road
19
Arrive at destination
Oak Grove Church Road
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 118.9 miles from Half Moon, NC, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.9 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 52 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.9 miles or 2h 24m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maine, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Half Moon, 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 Half Moon, NC
This is one driving day of about 237.9 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Half Moon, 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 138.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 118.9 mi from Half Moon, NC
· 2h 24m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.20 one way
$74.40 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$40.68
$81.35
premium
$4.70
$44.03
$88.06
diesel
$5.61
$52.53
$105.05
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: 83.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71.4
0
$24.98
$11.42
Efficient EV
59.5
0
$20.82
$9.52
EV Truck/SUV
95.2
1
$33.31
$15.23
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Half Moon, NC
Late night
in Half Moon on Friday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maine, NC
Late night
in Maine on Friday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
4h 43m 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 Half Moon, NC to Maine, NC covers 237.9 miles and takes about 4h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, NC 24, Beulaville Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118.9 miles from Half Moon, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.20 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.9 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 36.7 miles (NC 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Half Moon, NC to Maine, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Statesville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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