Origin
Landis, NC
Afternoon in Landis on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Landis, NC to Maine, NC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
53m
Distance
32.6 mi
52 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Landis, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Maine, NC
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
This straightforward 32.6-mile drive from Landis, NC to Maine, NC is easily manageable in about 53 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With a low fuel cost estimated at $5, it's an economical option for a short excursion. The route stays within the Southeast region, primarily utilizing US 601 and US 29, with a significant portion on Jake Alexander Boulevard West. Given its brevity, this trip doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility for when you decide to embark.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
16.3 miles from Landis, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this journey, with 75% of the drive taking place on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.6 miles along US 601. This route emphasizes efficient travel, with the majority of your time spent on well-maintained highways, offering a consistent driving pace. You'll transition between US 601, US 29, and Jake Alexander Boulevard West, providing a varied but predominantly high-speed environment.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 601 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 601 and US 29. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Ryder Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.6 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.1 miles (East Ryder Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (North Beaver Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (US 29; NC 152): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Ryder Avenue
Turn right onto East Ryder Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North Beaver Street
Turn left onto North Beaver Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 29; NC 152
Keep slight left at fork onto US 29; NC 152
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
11 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 70; US 601 / Jake Alexander Boulevard West
Merge onto US 70; US 601 / Jake Alexander Boulevard West
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
15.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 601
At end of road, turn left onto US 601
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 601 | 16.6 mi | 27m |
| US 29 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Jake Alexander Boulevard West | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| North Cannon Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Jake Alexander Boulevard North | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Beaver Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 158 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 70 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 601
— 16.6 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Landis, NC and Maine, NC.
1
Start on South Central Avenue
497 ft
·
26 sec
·
South Central Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Ryder Avenue
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Ryder Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto North Beaver Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Beaver Street
4
Turn slight left onto US 29
2.6 mi
·
3 min
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North Cannon Boulevard
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 29; NC 152
7.1 mi
·
10 min
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US 29; NC 152
6
Take the ramp onto US 70
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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US 70
7
Merge onto US 70; US 601
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Jake Alexander Boulevard West
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 601
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Jake Alexander Boulevard North
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 601
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
US 601
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 601
7.1 mi
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13 min
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US 601
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 158
0.5 mi
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45 sec
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US 158
12
Turn right onto Oak Grove Church Road
48 ft
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2 sec
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Oak Grove Church Road
13
Arrive at destination
Oak Grove Church Road
Trip Plan
With a duration of under an hour, this short trip offers considerable flexibility; you can depart any time of day without needing to plan for overnight stops. The estimated fuel cost of just $5 means you likely won't need frequent refueling. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between US 601, US 29, and Jake Alexander Boulevard West to ensure you stay on track. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, your main consideration is simply enjoying the direct and efficient journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 16.3 miles from Landis, NC, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.6 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 32.6 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.3 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
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 Landis, 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 Landis, NC
This is one driving day of about 32.6 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Landis, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 601 for about 16.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.3 mi from Landis, NC · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Landis, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maine, NC
The final approach into Maine, 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 Maine, 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
$5.10 one way
$10.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.57 | $11.15 |
| premium | $4.70 | $6.03 | $12.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Maine, NC
Afternoon in Maine on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 PM
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
27 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
53m 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 Landis, NC to Maine, NC covers 32.6 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 601, US 29, Jake Alexander Boulevard West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.3 miles from Landis, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.10 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 32.6 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.1 miles (East Ryder Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (North Beaver Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (US 29; NC 152): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Landis, NC to Maine, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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