Origin
Lumberton, NC
Evening in Lumberton on Sunday
Local time
6:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lumberton, NC to City of Greenville, NC
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
143.2 mi
231 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 2m
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6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lumberton, NC
Michael Ken
City of Greenville, NC
Alex Borelli
Trip Overview
Stretching 143.2 miles across North Carolina, this trip from Lumberton to Greenville typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes of driving time. Because this route focuses on local roads rather than interstate travel, it is best suited as a straightforward one-day excursion. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast locations. Since the drive is relatively short and direct, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule requires extra flexibility. This is a practical, no-nonsense path that keeps you moving through the heart of the state.
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
71.6 miles from Lumberton, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate grind, as this route maintains a 0% highway share. You will navigate through various local corridors, utilizing North Water Street, Carthage Road, and Capuano Street to reach your destination. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches—with the longest segment on North Water Street effectively being 0 miles—you will need to stay alert for frequent turns. The road’s personality is defined by its constant navigation through local infrastructure, providing a distinct change of pace from typical highway driving.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Water 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lumberton, NC to City of Greenville, NC is easy. At 2h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lumberton, NC to City of Greenville, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Water Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Carthage Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Capuano Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 301 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Stantonsburg Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Arlington Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Evans Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Water Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lumberton, NC and City of Greenville, NC.
1
Start on North Water Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Water Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Water Street
220 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Water Street
3
Exit the roundabout onto North Water Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Water Street
4
Turn straight onto Carthage Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Carthage Road
5
Turn right onto Capuano Street
151 ft
·
7 sec
·
Capuano Street
6
Take the ramp straight
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
7
Merge slight left
88 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 301: Kenly, Wilson
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 301: Kenly, Wilson
9
Turn right onto South Church Street
12 mi
·
17 min
·
South Church Street
10
Take the exit right
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
11
Merge slight left
32 mi
·
33 min
12
Turn straight onto Stantonsburg Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Stantonsburg Road
13
Turn right onto West Arlington Boulevard
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Arlington Boulevard
14
Turn left onto South Evans Street
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Evans Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since your total drive time is just over two hours, you have the advantage of being able to depart at almost any time of day without needing an elaborate itinerary. While there are no scheduled stops in the current plan, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads requires your full attention, so plan for a few quick breaks if you feel fatigued. Check your fuel levels before leaving Lumberton, as the $22 estimated cost assumes a steady journey. A concrete tip for this route: keep your GPS active and accessible, as the reliance on local streets like Carthage Road and Capuano Street involves frequent navigation changes that are easy to miss if you aren't paying close attention.
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 71.6 miles from Lumberton, NC, or about 1h 5m 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 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.6 miles or 1h 5m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Greenville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lumberton, 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 Lumberton, NC
This is one driving day of about 143.2 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lumberton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71.6 mi from Lumberton, NC · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 71.6 miles from Lumberton, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Greenville, NC
The final approach into City of Greenville, 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 City of Greenville, 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
$22.92 one way
$45.84 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $24.97 | $49.94 |
| premium | $4.78 | $26.94 | $53.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.81 | $63.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43 | 0 | $15.04 | $6.87 |
| Efficient EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.53 | $5.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.3 | 0 | $20.05 | $9.16 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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
City of Greenville, NC
Evening in City of Greenville on Sunday
Local time
6:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 11m 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 Lumberton, NC to City of Greenville, NC covers 143.2 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Water Street, Carthage Road, Capuano Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 71.6 miles from Lumberton, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.92 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 Lumberton, NC to City of Greenville, NC is easy. At 2h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lumberton, NC to City of Greenville, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lumberton, NC to City of Greenville, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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