Origin
Maine, NC
Evening in Maine on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
75.3 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maine, NC
Mohan Nannapaneni
Ranlo, NC
DeLuca G
Trip Overview
The drive from Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC covers 75.3 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Country Lane, Yadkinville Road, I 77 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.78 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
37.7 miles from Maine, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 33m drive with frequent turns across 75.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Country Lane 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 Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Country Lane | — | — |
| Yadkinville Road | — | — |
| I 77 North | — | — |
| I 77 South | — | — |
| I-77 South | — | — |
| I 485 | — | — |
| I 485 South | — | — |
| Craig Lawing Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Country Lane
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maine, NC and Ranlo, NC.
1
Start on Oak Grove Church Road
49 ft
·
9 sec
·
Oak Grove Church Road
2
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
3
Turn right onto Country Lane
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Country Lane
4
Turn right onto Yadkinville Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Yadkinville Road
5
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
6
Merge slight left
16 mi
·
17 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 77 North, I 77 South: Wytheville, Charlotte
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 77 North, I 77 South: Wytheville, Charlotte
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 77 South: Charlotte
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 77 South: Charlotte
9
Merge slight left
16 mi
·
19 min
10
Keep slight right
5.7 mi
·
6 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on I-77 South
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I-77 South
12
Continue on I 77 South
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 77 South
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 77 South
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 77 South
14
Continue on I-77 South
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
I-77 South
15
Keep slight right to continue on I-77 South
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I-77 South
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 485: Pineville, Matthews
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 485: Pineville, Matthews
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 485 South Outer: Pineville
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 485 South Outer: Pineville
18
Continue on Craig Lawing Freeway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Craig Lawing Freeway
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 85, US 29, US 74: Greensboro, Spartanburg, Wilkinson Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 85, US 29, US 74: Greensboro, Spartanburg, Wilkinson Boulevard
20
Keep slight right to continue on I 85 South: Gastonia, Spartanburg
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 85 South: Gastonia, Spartanburg
21
Merge slight left
8.7 mi
·
10 min
22
Take the exit slight right toward Cox Road, Ranlo
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Cox Road, Ranlo
23
Turn right onto Cox Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cox Road
24
Continue on Spencer Mountain Road
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Spencer Mountain Road
25
Turn right onto Ranlo Avenue
43 ft
·
2 sec
·
Ranlo Avenue
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 37.7 miles from Maine, NC, or about 46m 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.7 miles or 46m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ranlo, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maine, NC
This is one driving day of about 75.3 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Maine, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.7 mi from Maine, NC · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.7 miles from Maine, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ranlo, NC
The final approach into Ranlo, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.78 one way
$23.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.88 | $25.75 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.94 | $27.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.63 | $33.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.61 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Ranlo, NC
Evening in Ranlo on Wednesday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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 33m 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 Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC covers 75.3 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Country Lane, Yadkinville Road, I 77 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.7 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 $11.78 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 Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Maine, NC to Ranlo, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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