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Trip from Maine, NC to Rockingham, NC

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 11m

Distance

102.2 mi

164 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
2h 2m ★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 18m
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.

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Downtown Maine, NC, NC

Maine, NC

Mohan Nannapaneni

city in North Carolina, United States

Rockingham, NC

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Trip Overview

The drive from Maine, NC to Rockingham, NC covers 102.2 miles and takes about 2h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 73, US 64, Lexington Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.2 miles on I 73. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.98 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.

Midpoint

51.1 miles from Maine, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 102.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 11m highway drive covering 102.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 73 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.2 miles on I 73.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 73 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.2 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

801 ft 282 ft

Total Climb

366 ft

Total Descent

881 ft

Highest Point

801 ft

~29.2 mi in

Elevation Range

518 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 73 and US 64. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near US 64 / Lexington Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (US 64 / Lexington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

6
3.1 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 64 / Lexington Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 64 / Lexington Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
20.6 mi into trip | ~31m in | US 64

Take the exit onto US 64 toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 64 East, US 70 East

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

Use the left lane. Toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 64...
7
22.3 mi into trip | ~33m in | US 64

Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 East: Asheboro

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward US 64 East: Asheboro
6
49.4 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward I 73 South, I 74 East, US 220 South: Rockingham

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

Exit 344A Toward I 73 South, I 74 East, US 220 South: Roc...
7
97.3 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | US 220

Take the exit onto US 220 toward US 220 South: Rockingham

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 22 Toward US 220 South: Rockingham

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 73 47.2 mi 51m
US 64 28.8 mi 38m
Lexington Road 17.4 mi 24m
US 220 4.6 mi 6m
US 158 2.4 mi 4m
Railroad Street 0.3 mi 1m
West Green Street 0.2 mi <1m
East Depot Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 73 — 47.2 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Oak Grove Church Road

48 ft · 8 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
2

Turn left onto US 158

2.4 mi · 4 min · US 158
3

Turn left onto Poplar Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Poplar Street
4

Continue on Railroad Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Railroad Street
5

Turn left onto East Depot Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East Depot Street
6

At end of road, turn left onto US 64

17 mi · 24 min · Lexington Road
Use the straight lane.
7

Take the exit onto US 64

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 64
Toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 64 East, US 70 East Use the left lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto US 64

27 mi · 36 min · US 64
Toward US 64 East: Asheboro Use the left lane.
9

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 344A Toward I 73 South, I 74 East, US 220 South: Rockingham
10

Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220

47 mi · 51 min · I 73; I 74; US 220
11

Take the exit onto US 220

4.6 mi · 6 min · US 220
Exit 22 Toward US 220 South: Rockingham Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Turn left onto West Green Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · West Green Street
13

Turn right onto North Hancock Street

462 ft · 24 sec · North Hancock Street
14

Turn right onto West Washington Street

79 ft · 2 sec · West Washington Street
15

Arrive at destination

West Washington Street

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 51.1 miles from Maine, NC, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.2 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 22 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 51.1 miles or 1h 12m 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 48m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockingham, 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.

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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 Maine, NC

This is one driving day of about 102.2 miles and 2h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Maine, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 73 for about 47.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 51.1 mi from Maine, NC · 1h 12m into the drive

city in Davidson and Randolph counties in North Carolina, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Thomasville, NC

51 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

Lexington, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Asheboro, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 51.1 miles from Maine, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Rockingham, NC

The final approach into Rockingham, 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 Rockingham, 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

$15.98 one way

$31.96 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $17.47 $34.95
premium $4.70 $18.92 $37.83
diesel $5.61 $22.56 $45.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.7 0 $10.73 $4.91
Efficient EV 25.6 0 $8.94 $4.09
EV Truck/SUV 40.9 0 $14.31 $6.54

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Maine, NC

Morning in Maine on Saturday

Local time

7:39 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Sunny

SW 5 to 12 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 6:18AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 5:50AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Destination

Rockingham, NC

Morning in Rockingham on Saturday

Local time

7:39 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

31 degrees cooler 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

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Rockingham, NC covers 102.2 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 I 73, US 64, Lexington Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 51.1 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 $15.98 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.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.2 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (US 64 / Lexington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Maine, NC to Rockingham, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 282 ft to 801 ft elevation with about 366 ft of total climbing.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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