Trip from Maine, NC to Kitty Hawk, NC

Drive Time

6h 37m

Distance

328.7 mi

529 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

6h 25m ★

6 AM

6h 37m

8 AM

7h 1m

10 AM

6h 45m

12 PM

6h 43m

3 PM

6h 47m

5 PM

7h 0m

8 PM

6h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Maine, NC

Mohan Nannapaneni

Kitty Hawk, NC

Chris F

Trip Overview

Spanning 328.7 miles from Maine to Kitty Hawk, this North Carolina trek typically requires about 6 hours and 37 minutes of travel time. Because the route is primarily highway-focused, you can comfortably complete the journey in a single day, though it makes for a long stint behind the wheel. You should budget approximately $53 for fuel to cover the distance across the state. Navigating through the Southeast, the trip transitions from the interior toward the coast. While one stop is recommended to break up the monotony, the efficiency of the roads makes this a straightforward logistics project rather than a multi-day excursion.

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

164.4 miles from Maine, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highly efficient transit, as 95% of your travel occurs on major highways including I-40 and US 64. The journey is defined by a significant 114.1-mile stretch on I-40, which allows you to cover substantial ground quickly. As you shift onto United States Highway 64 East, the character of the drive remains consistent with high-speed road travel. You will experience a steady, highway-focused pace that favors getting to your destination without the frequent interruptions of local traffic. It is a functional drive designed for steady progress rather than winding exploration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 27 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 114.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.8 miles in near I 40.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 328.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 39.8 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

39.8 mi into trip | ~46m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville

49.3 mi into trip | ~58m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

86.1 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Raleigh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 East: Raleigh

116.4 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in | SR 1728 / Wade Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728 / Wade Avenue toward Wade Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 289 Toward Wade Avenue

129.2 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in

Take the exit toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Roc...

Towns Along This Route

Between Maine, NC and Kitty Hawk, NC, road signs point toward Martinsville, Wilson and Greenville.

Martinsville

39.8 mi in | ~46m | via I 40

Wilson

129.2 mi in | ~2h 32m

Greenville

129.2 mi in | ~2h 32m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	114.1 mi	2h 12m
US 64	105.8 mi	2h 1m
United States Highway 64 East	40.5 mi	49m
US 64 ALT	20.2 mi	28m
I 87	16.8 mi	17m
South Croatan Highway	12.3 mi	20m
I 440	9.2 mi	11m
Wade Avenue	3.1 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 114.1 mi, about 2h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Maine, NC and Kitty Hawk, NC.

Start on Oak Grove Church Road

48 ft · 3 sec · Oak Grove Church Road

Turn right onto US 158

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 158

Turn left onto US 158

200 ft · 5 sec · US 158

Turn straight onto Farmington Road

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Farmington Road

Enter roundabout

64 ft · 2 sec

Continue

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Merge onto I 40

37 mi · 42 min · I 40

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

7.8 mi · 9 min · I 40

Toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 40; US 29; US 220

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 40; US 29; US 220

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

37 mi · 42 min · I 40

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

30 mi · 34 min · I 40

Toward I 40 East: Raleigh Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728

3.1 mi · 3 min · Wade Avenue

Exit 289 Toward Wade Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 440 East, US 1 North: Wake Forest

Merge onto I 440; US 1

9.2 mi · 11 min · I 440; US 1

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 57 sec

Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 87; US 64; US 264

17 mi · 17 min · I 87; US 64; US 264

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 64

80 mi · 1 hr 26 min · US 64

Turn right onto US 64 ALT

20 mi · 28 min · US 64 ALT

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 64; NC 32

1.0 mi · 1 min · United States Highway 64 East

Continue on US 64; NC 32

2.3 mi · 3 min · U.S. Highway 64 East

Continue on US 64

40 mi · 47 min · United States Highway 64 East

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 64

26 mi · 35 min · US 64

Continue on US 64

516 ft · 10 sec · South Virginia Dare Trail

Continue on US 158

12 mi · 20 min · South Croatan Highway

Turn left onto West Kitty Hawk Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Kitty Hawk Road

Turn left onto Elijah Baum Road

37 ft · 1 sec · Elijah Baum Road

Arrive at destination

Elijah Baum Road

Trip Plan

To manage the 6-hour and 37-minute duration, consider departing early in the morning to beat potential congestion along the major highway corridors. Since the route includes a long 114.1-mile stretch on I-40, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the interstate to avoid unnecessary detours. While the trip is manageable in one day, planning for at least one strategic stop will help maintain your focus during the latter half of the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, as the $53 estimate can fluctuate based on your specific vehicle's efficiency and local pricing along the highway path.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 164.4 miles from Maine, NC, or about 3h 10m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.1 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 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 164.4 miles or 3h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kitty Hawk, NC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Maine, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Maine, NC

This is one driving day of about 328.7 miles and 6h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maine, 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 114.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 164.4 mi from Maine, NC · 3h 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Raleigh, NC

164 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

Graham, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rocky Mount, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 164.4 miles from Maine, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.1 miles.

Arriving in Kitty Hawk, NC

The final approach into Kitty Hawk, 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 Kitty Hawk, NC.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.60 one way

$105.21 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 115 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.43	$57.32	$114.63
premium	$4.78	$61.83	$123.66
diesel	$5.64	$73.03	$146.05

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$53

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 115 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	98.6	1	$34.51	$15.78
Efficient EV	82.2	0	$28.76	$13.15
EV Truck/SUV	131.5	1	$46.02	$21.04

Gas CO2

115 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 data refreshed 1 hour ago

Origin

Maine, NC

Afternoon in Maine on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kitty Hawk, NC

Afternoon in Kitty Hawk on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

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

1 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

6h 37m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Maine, NC to Kitty Hawk, NC covers 328.7 miles and takes about 6h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, US 64, United States Highway 64 East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 164.4 miles from Maine, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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.

Between Maine, NC and Kitty Hawk, NC, road signs point toward Martinsville, Wilson and Greenville.

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