Origin
Leland, NC
Late night in Leland on Wednesday
Local time
2:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leland, NC to Fayetteville, NC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
82.4 mi
133 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
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6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leland, NC
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Fayetteville, NC
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Trip Overview
This 82.4-mile drive from Leland, NC to Fayetteville, NC is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 52 minutes. With 85% of the journey on highways, it's a direct route focused on efficient travel. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, making it an economical option for a single-day excursion. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region throughout this drive. Given its manageable length and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to arrive at your destination with plenty of time left in your day.
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
41.2 miles from Leland, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 82.4-mile trip, with 85% of the drive on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 70.3 miles primarily on NC 87, offering a consistent pace. You'll navigate primarily via NC 87 and Andrew Jackson Highway before transitioning to Gillespie Street as you approach Fayetteville. This profile suggests a drive characterized by steady progress rather than winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 87 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NC 87 and Andrew Jackson Highway. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lincoln Road Northeast.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Leland, NC to Fayetteville, NC is easy. At 1h 52m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lincoln Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Village Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (NC 87): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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0.1 mi into trip
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Lincoln Road Northeast
Turn right onto Lincoln Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Village Road
Turn right onto Village Road
Navigation decision point
5
10.8 mi into trip
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~15m in
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NC 87
Take the exit onto NC 87
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
81.3 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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Gillespie Street
Turn left onto Gillespie Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
82.3 mi into trip
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~1h 52m in
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Market Square
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 87 | 70.3 mi | 1h 35m |
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 9.3 mi | 12m |
| Gillespie Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Leland School Road Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Mount Misery Road Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Village Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Post Office Road Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Road Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NC 87
— 70.3 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leland, NC and Fayetteville, NC.
1
Start on Post Office Road Northeast
282 ft
·
13 sec
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Post Office Road Northeast
2
Turn right onto Lincoln Road Northeast
272 ft
·
12 sec
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Lincoln Road Northeast
3
Turn right onto Village Road
0.2 mi
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19 sec
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Village Road
4
Turn right onto Leland School Road Northeast
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Leland School Road Northeast
5
At end of road, turn left onto Mount Misery Road Northeast
0.3 mi
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26 sec
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Mount Misery Road Northeast
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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36 sec
7
Merge onto US 74; US 76
9.3 mi
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12 min
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Andrew Jackson Highway
8
Take the exit onto NC 87
70 mi
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1 hr 35 min
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NC 87
Use the left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
10
Turn left onto Gillespie Street
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Gillespie Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
253 ft
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4 sec
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Market Square
12
Arrive at destination
Market Square
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 52-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving Leland, NC in the morning will get you to Fayetteville, NC with ample daylight. With no mandatory stops indicated and a fuel cost of approximately $13, you can easily manage your breaks and expenses. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition onto Gillespie Street as you enter Fayetteville, as this marks a shift from highway speeds to more urban conditions. Ensure you have sufficient fuel before departing, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 70 miles.
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 41.2 miles from Leland, NC, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.3 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.2 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Leland, 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 Leland, NC
This is one driving day of about 82.4 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Leland, 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 NC 87 for about 70.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.2 mi from Leland, NC · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 41.2 miles from Leland, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NC 87 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.3 miles.
Arriving in Fayetteville, NC
The final approach into Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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
$12.89 one way
$25.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $14.09 | $28.18 |
| premium | $4.70 | $15.25 | $30.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.19 | $36.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.96 |
| Efficient EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33 | 0 | $11.54 | $5.27 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Fayetteville, NC
Late night in Fayetteville on Wednesday
Local time
2:09 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 52m 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 Leland, NC to Fayetteville, NC covers 82.4 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 87, Andrew Jackson Highway, Gillespie Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.2 miles from Leland, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.89 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.
The drive from Leland, NC to Fayetteville, NC is easy. At 1h 52m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Lincoln Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Village Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (NC 87): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Leland, NC to Fayetteville, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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