Origin
Lumberton, NC
Evening in Lumberton on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lumberton, NC to Durham, NC
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
120.2 mi
193 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
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6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lumberton, NC
Michael Ken
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lumberton to Durham covers 120.2 miles, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $19 on fuel to complete the transit between these two Southeast cities. Navigating this route involves a series of local roads, including North Water Street, Carthage Road, and Capuano Street, rather than major interstates. Keep in mind that this is a turn-heavy drive, so you should be prepared for a more active experience behind the wheel. It is an efficient way to transition from the southeastern part of the state to the central region.
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
60.1 miles from Lumberton, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a hands-on driving experience as this route consists entirely of local roads with a highway share of 0%. The journey is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring your full attention as you transition between North Water Street, Carthage Road, and Capuano Street. You won't find any long, monotonous highway stretches here, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on North Water Street. Instead, the road demands constant engagement, making it feel less like a passive interstate cruise and more like a deliberate navigation through local corridors. You will find that the character of the drive remains consistent throughout the 120.2-mile distance, favoring local connectivity over high-speed travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 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 Durham, NC is easy. At 1h 49m 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 Durham, 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 |
| I 40 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 885 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Durham Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jackie Robinson Drive | 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 Durham, 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
62 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 40: Raleigh, Wilmington
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 40: Raleigh, Wilmington
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Raleigh
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 40 West: Raleigh
10
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
11
Keep slight left
33 mi
·
38 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 885 North: Downtown Durham
0.6 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 885 North: Downtown Durham
13
Merge slight left onto Durham Freeway
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Durham Freeway
14
Keep slight left to continue on Durham Freeway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Durham Freeway
15
Take the exit slight right toward Jackie Robinson Drive, Roxboro Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Jackie Robinson Drive, Roxboro Street
16
Continue on Jackie Robinson Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Jackie Robinson Drive
17
Turn right onto South Roxboro Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Roxboro Street
18
Turn left onto East Main Street
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable sub-two-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to plan for extended rest stops. With no major highway segments to account for, focus on staying alert for the frequent turns required by the local road layout. Budgeting about $19 for fuel should keep you covered for the trip, but it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Lumberton to avoid searching for stations on smaller roads. Because the route relies on local streets rather than major highways, check your navigation frequently to stay on track with the specific turn sequence. Taking advantage of the shorter duration allows you to arrive in Durham with plenty of energy to spare for your destination activities.
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 60.1 miles from Lumberton, NC, or about 54m 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 60.1 miles or 54m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Durham, 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 120.2 miles and 1h 49m.
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 60.1 mi from Lumberton, NC · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 60.1 miles from Lumberton, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Durham, NC
The final approach into Durham, 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 Durham, 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
$19.24 one way
$38.47 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $20.96 | $41.92 |
| premium | $4.78 | $22.61 | $45.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.70 | $53.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.62 | $5.77 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.52 | $4.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.83 | $7.69 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Durham, NC
Evening in Durham on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
2 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
1h 49m 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 Durham, NC covers 120.2 miles and takes about 1h 49m 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 60.1 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 $19.24 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 Durham, NC is easy. At 1h 49m 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 Durham, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lumberton, NC to Durham, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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