Origin
Monroe, NC
Night in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
9:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monroe, NC to Fayetteville, NC
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
106 mi
171 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 20m
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6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monroe, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Fayetteville, NC
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Monroe to Fayetteville, this 106-mile trek across North Carolina is a straightforward journey that fits perfectly into a single day. You should plan for approximately 2 hours and 29 minutes behind the wheel, making it an efficient trip for those moving between these two Southeast locations. With fuel costs estimated at $17, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops to complete comfortably. Since you will be navigating local roads rather than busy interstates, you can expect a steady, manageable pace throughout the entire drive. This route is ideal if you prefer a direct connection between cities without the complexity of long-distance planning.
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
53 miles from Monroe, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulling you into a highway trance. With only 5% of the trip spent on major highways, the vast majority of your time is spent on Fayetteville Road, the Andrew Jackson Highway, and Plank Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 21.8-mile segment on Fayetteville Road, which offers a brief respite from the frequent turns characterizing the rest of the journey. Because this path avoids large interstate corridors, the atmosphere remains consistent and grounded. You will experience a very different feel here compared to a high-speed transit route, as the road demands your full attention through its winding local transitions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fayetteville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 21.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East Franklin Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 106 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 0.2 miles (East Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles (US 74 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47 miles (US 1 / Fayetteville Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Franklin Street
Turn left onto East Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
9
40.7 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 74 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business Ea...
6
47 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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US 1 / Fayetteville Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 1 / Fayetteville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
91.2 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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Wayside Road
Turn right onto Wayside Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
104.7 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
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Hay Street
Turn right onto Hay Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Monroe, NC to Fayetteville, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Asheboro along the way.
Asheboro
40.7 mi in
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~59m
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via US 74 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Road | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 15.6 mi | 21m |
| Plank Road | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| W. Cliff Martin Highway | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| South Raeford Road | 9.5 mi | 15m |
| US 74 BUS | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Addor Road | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Army Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Fayetteville Road
— 21.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, NC and Fayetteville, NC.
1
Start on NC 207
276 ft
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6 sec
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Skyway Drive
2
Continue on NC 207
0.1 mi
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22 sec
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North Hayne Street
3
Turn left onto East Franklin Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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East Franklin Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn right onto US 74; US 601
1.8 mi
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2 min
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East Roosevelt Boulevard
5
Continue on US 74
5.3 mi
·
8 min
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Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on US 74
2.9 mi
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5 min
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West Marshville Boulevard
7
Continue on US 74
2.5 mi
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3 min
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Carroll M. Edwards Highway
8
Continue on US 74
6.1 mi
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8 min
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W. Cliff Martin Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
6.7 mi
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9 min
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W. Cliff Martin Highway
10
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Salisbury Street
11
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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West Caswell Street
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on US 74
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS
5.3 mi
·
7 min
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US 74 BUS
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto West Green Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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West Green Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
21 mi
·
24 min
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Fayetteville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Addor Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Addor Road
17
Continue on Addor Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Addor Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto Ashemont Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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Ashemont Road
19
Enter roundabout onto Ashemont Road
135 ft
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2 sec
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Ashemont Road
20
Continue on Ashemont Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashemont Road
21
Keep slight left at fork onto Ashemont Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashemont Road
22
Continue on Army Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Army Road
23
Continue on Plank Road
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Plank Road
24
Turn right onto Wayside Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wayside Road
Use the none lane.
25
Turn left onto US 401
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Fayetteville Road
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 401
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Raeford Road
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on US 401
9.5 mi
·
15 min
·
South Raeford Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
28
Continue on Arsenal Avenue
362 ft
·
11 sec
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Arsenal Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.1 mi
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17 sec
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Highland Avenue
30
Turn right onto Hay Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Hay Street
Use the right lane.
31
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
369 ft
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5 sec
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Market Square
32
Arrive at destination
Market Square
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads can make the 2.5-hour duration feel longer than a standard highway cruise, so factor in extra time if you are prone to fatigue. Since there are no designated stops on this 106-mile stretch, make sure your fuel tank is ready before you leave Monroe to ensure you don't have to hunt for stations along the secondary roads. A smart strategy is to check your tire pressure and fluid levels before heading out, as the frequent turns and local road conditions are more demanding on a vehicle than straight-line interstate driving. Enjoy the simplicity of the route by maintaining a consistent pace that matches the local flow.
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 53 miles from Monroe, NC, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.8 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53 miles or 1h 15m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monroe, 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 Monroe, NC
This is one driving day of about 106 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monroe, 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.
The longest stretch is on Fayetteville Road for about 21.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53 mi from Monroe, NC · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 53 miles from Monroe, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fayetteville, NC
The final approach into Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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
$16.96 one way
$33.93 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $18.48 | $36.97 |
| premium | $4.78 | $19.94 | $39.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.55 | $47.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.13 | $5.09 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.84 | $6.78 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Fayetteville, NC
Night in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
9:43 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
2h 29m 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 Monroe, NC to Fayetteville, NC covers 106 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fayetteville Road, Andrew Jackson Highway, Plank Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53 miles from Monroe, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.96 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 106 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Franklin Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles (US 74 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47 miles (US 1 / Fayetteville Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Monroe, NC to Fayetteville, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Asheboro along the way.
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