Origin
Mount Pleasant, NC
Afternoon in Mount Pleasant on Friday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, NC to West Raleigh, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
111.8 mi
180 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, NC
Mark Stebnicki
West Raleigh, NC
Evgeniia Belman
Trip Overview
This 111.8-mile drive from Mount Pleasant, NC, to West Raleigh, NC, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. The route primarily follows NC 49, US 64, and Jordan Road, with 61% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this is an economical option for exploring more of North Carolina's Southeast region. The drive offers a straightforward path, making it a practical choice for those looking to transition between these two locations without significant time commitment or complex navigation.
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
55.9 miles from Mount Pleasant, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 111.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this 111.8-mile journey, with 61% of the drive utilizing faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 40.3 miles along NC 49, offering a sustained period of consistent travel. As you progress, the route transitions through a mix of highway and local road segments, providing a varied driving feel. This isn't a purely rural backroad adventure, but rather a functional drive connecting two points within North Carolina.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NC 49 and US 64. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
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 111.8 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: near the start (North Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 76 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn sharp left onto North Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
76 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
103 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
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US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 404B
Toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
7
108.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
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 Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
6
109.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 49 | 40.3 mi | 53m |
| US 64 | 27.4 mi | 36m |
| Jordan Road | 24.3 mi | 35m |
| Richard K. Pugh Highway | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| West Dixie Drive | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Western Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NC 49
— 40.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, NC and West Raleigh, NC.
1
Start on NC 73
135 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Franklin Street
2
Turn sharp left onto North Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto NC 49
40 mi
·
52 min
·
NC 49
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on NC 49
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
NC 49
5
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
West Dixie Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 64 BUS; NC 49
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Richard K. Pugh Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 64; NC 49
24 mi
·
35 min
·
Jordan Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
27 mi
·
35 min
·
US 64
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto US 64
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 64
Exit 404B
Toward US 1 North, US 64 East: Raleigh
10
Merge onto US 1; US 64
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
446 ft
·
9 sec
Toward Western Boulevard: NC State Univ, Cary
13
Turn straight onto Western Boulevard
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Western Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Pullen Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Pullen Road
15
Enter roundabout onto Pullen Road
63 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pullen Road
16
Continue on Pullen Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Pullen Road
17
Enter roundabout onto Hillsborough Street
205 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hillsborough Street
18
Continue on Hillsborough Street
503 ft
·
14 sec
·
Hillsborough Street
19
Turn right onto Enterprise Street
44 ft
·
1 sec
·
Enterprise Street
20
Arrive at destination
Enterprise Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 36-minute duration, this 111.8-mile trip is ideal for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave mid-morning to avoid peak traffic in both your origin and destination areas. While there's only one suggested stop, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 40.3-mile stretch on NC 49, as services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost of $17 makes it an affordable trip, so consider leaving with a full tank to maximize your time on the road.
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 55.9 miles from Mount Pleasant, NC, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.3 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 25 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 18m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Raleigh, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, NC
This is one driving day of about 111.8 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Mount Pleasant, 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 NC 49 for about 40.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.9 mi from Mount Pleasant, NC · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.9 miles from Mount Pleasant, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Raleigh, NC
The final approach into West Raleigh, 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 West Raleigh, 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
$17.48 one way
$34.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.12 | $38.23 |
| premium | $4.70 | $20.69 | $41.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.68 | $49.37 |
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: 39.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.74 | $5.37 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.65 | $7.16 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
West Raleigh, NC
Afternoon in West Raleigh on Friday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Sunny
SW 6 to 14 mph
0% chance
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
42 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 36m 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 Mount Pleasant, NC to West Raleigh, NC covers 111.8 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 49, US 64, Jordan 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 55.9 miles from Mount Pleasant, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.48 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 111.8 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: near the start (North Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 76 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 103 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Mount Pleasant, NC to West Raleigh, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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