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Trip from Norman, 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

23m

Distance

18.4 mi

30 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

None

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 21m ★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Rockingham, NC

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Trip Overview

The drive from Norman, NC to Rockingham, NC covers 18.4 miles and takes about 23m 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 220, Moore Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.7 miles on I 73. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.94 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 18.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: none.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 23m highway drive covering 18.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 73 and US 220. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.7 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 11 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 12.7 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

622 ft 206 ft

Total Climb

242 ft

Total Descent

581 ft

Highest Point

622 ft

Elevation Range

416 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 73 and US 220. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 220 / McLeon Avenue.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 220 / McLeon Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (Moore Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 220): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 220 / McLeon Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto US 220 / McLeon Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Moore Street

Turn right onto Moore Street

Navigation decision point

7
13.5 mi into trip | ~15m 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
4
18.1 mi into trip | ~22m in | West Green Street

Turn left onto West Green Street

Navigation decision point

4
18.3 mi into trip | ~22m in | North Hancock Street

Turn right onto North Hancock Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 73 12.7 mi 14m
US 220 4.6 mi 6m
Moore Street 0.3 mi <1m
West Green Street 0.2 mi <1m
State Road 1321 0.2 mi <1m
North Hancock Street <0.1 mi <1m
McLeon Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
West Washington Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 73 — 12.7 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

66 ft · 9 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left onto US 220

108 ft · 6 sec · McLeon Avenue
3

Turn right onto Moore Street

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Moore Street
4

Continue on State Road 1321

0.2 mi · 20 sec · State Road 1321
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
6

Merge onto I 73; I 74

13 mi · 14 min · I 73; I 74
7

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.
8

Turn left onto West Green Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · West Green Street
9

Turn right onto North Hancock Street

462 ft · 24 sec · North Hancock Street
10

Turn right onto West Washington Street

79 ft · 2 sec · West Washington Street
11

Arrive at destination

West Washington Street

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 9.2 mi from Norman, NC · 11m into the drive

city in Cumberland County, North Carolina, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fayetteville, NC

9 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.

Popular next leg

Fayetteville, NC to Rockingham, NC

59.3 mi · 1h 22m

Pacing Suggestions

Fayetteville, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fayetteville, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 9.2 miles from Norman, 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

$2.94 one way

$5.89 round trip

$4.07/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.43 $3.21 $6.42
premium $4.78 $3.46 $6.92
diesel $5.64 $4.09 $8.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.5 0 $1.93 $0.88
Efficient EV 4.6 0 $1.61 $0.74
EV Truck/SUV 7.4 0 $2.58 $1.18

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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 13, 2026

Origin

Norman, NC

Morning in Norman on Saturday

Local time

9:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 12 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:57AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:50AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

Destination

Rockingham, NC

Morning in Rockingham on Saturday

Local time

9:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:57AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:50AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

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

23m 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 Norman, NC to Rockingham, NC covers 18.4 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 73, US 220, Moore Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Norman, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.94 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 straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 220 / McLeon Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (Moore Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (US 220): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Norman, NC to Rockingham, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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