Origin
Maine, NC
Late night in Maine on Saturday
Local time
2:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maine, NC to South Henderson, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
139.1 mi
224 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maine, NC
Mohan Nannapaneni
South Henderson, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
The drive from Maine, NC to South Henderson, NC covers 139.1 miles and takes about 2h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Farmington Road, the route, I 40 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.75 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.5 miles from Maine, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 139.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 43m drive with frequent turns across 139.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Farmington Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
936 ft
271 ft
Total Climb
610 ft
Total Descent
903 ft
Highest Point
936 ft
~29.8 mi in
Elevation Range
665 ft
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Maine, NC to South Henderson, NC is easy. At 2h 43m 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 South Henderson, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington Road | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| I 85 North | — | — |
| Dabney Drive | — | — |
| Raleigh Road | — | — |
| Miriam Avenue | — | — |
| Nicholas Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Farmington Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maine, NC and South Henderson, NC.
1
Start on Oak Grove Church Road
49 ft
·
3 sec
·
Oak Grove Church Road
2
Turn right
1.8 mi
·
2 min
3
Turn left
200 ft
·
6 sec
4
Turn straight onto Farmington Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Farmington Road
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
6
Exit the roundabout
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
7
Merge slight left
37 mi
·
42 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
9
Merge slight right
1.8 mi
·
2 min
10
Keep slight left
37 mi
·
42 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Durham
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 85 North: Durham
12
Keep slight left
1.8 mi
·
2 min
13
Continue straight
4.3 mi
·
5 min
14
Keep slight left
35 mi
·
37 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward Dabney Drive
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Dabney Drive
16
Turn right onto Dabney Drive
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Dabney Drive
17
Turn right onto Raleigh Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Raleigh Road
18
Turn left onto Miriam Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Miriam Avenue
19
Turn sharp right onto Nicholas Street
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
Nicholas Street
20
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.5 miles from Maine, NC, or about 1h 21m 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 31 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.5 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Henderson, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 139.1 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.5 mi from Maine, NC · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.5 miles from Maine, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Henderson, NC
The final approach into South Henderson, 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 South Henderson, 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
$21.75 one way
$43.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $23.78 | $47.57 |
| premium | $4.70 | $25.74 | $51.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.71 | $61.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.61 | $6.68 |
| Efficient EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.17 | $5.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.47 | $8.90 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
South Henderson, NC
Late night in South Henderson on Saturday
Local time
2:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Graham, NC
70 mi in
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
14 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 43m 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 South Henderson, NC covers 139.1 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Farmington Road, the route, I 40 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.5 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 $21.75 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Maine, NC to South Henderson, NC is easy. At 2h 43m 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 South Henderson, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Maine, NC to South Henderson, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 271 ft to 936 ft elevation with about 610 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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