Origin
Pine Level, NC
Evening in Pine Level on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pine Level, NC to Raleigh, NC
Drive Time
38m
Distance
33.7 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pine Level, NC
Lauri Poldre
Raleigh, NC
Evgeniia Belman
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Pine Level to Raleigh, you are facing a straightforward 33.7-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes. This route stays entirely off the major interstates, relying on local roads like West Main Street, Selma Pine Level Road, and East Anderson Street to navigate through the Southeast. Because the drive is so short, it is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. With a minimal fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly cost-effective way to get between these two North Carolina towns. You can easily complete this transit in under an hour, making it a flexible option for your schedule.
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
16.8 miles from Pine Level, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local streets, meaning you should be prepared for frequent intersections and changing traffic patterns rather than long, monotonous stretches. In fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on West Main Street, emphasizing the technical, stop-and-go nature of this trip. This isn't a drive where you set your cruise control and forget it; instead, stay alert as you transition between the various local roads that comprise the 33.7-mile path. It provides a grounded, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pine Level, NC to Raleigh, NC is easy. At 38m 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 Pine Level, NC to Raleigh, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Selma Pine Level Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Anderson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Crocker Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ricks Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Person St | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hammond Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Level, NC and Raleigh, NC.
1
Start on North Peedin Avenue
66 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Peedin Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on Selma Pine Level Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Selma Pine Level Road
4
Continue on East Anderson Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Anderson Street
5
Turn left onto Crocker Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Crocker Street
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Ricks Road
141 ft
·
3 sec
·
Ricks Road
7
Take the ramp slight right
194 ft
·
5 sec
8
Merge slight left
8.9 mi
·
11 min
9
Continue on Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
10
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
11 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward Person St, Hammond Rd
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Person St, Hammond Rd
12
Keep slight right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
13
Turn straight onto Hammond Road
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Hammond Road
14
Continue on South Person Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Person Street
15
Turn left onto East South Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East South Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 38-minute trip is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the duration is manageable for a single, continuous stretch behind the wheel. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your tank is ready for the local roads ahead. Because you are navigating exclusively via local streets like Selma Pine Level Road, pay close attention to local signage and speed limit changes that occur frequently throughout the drive. Use the brevity of this trip to your advantage by planning your arrival in Raleigh around your specific personal itinerary rather than worrying about rest breaks.
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 16.8 miles from Pine Level, NC, or about 19m 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 33.7 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.8 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Raleigh, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pine Level, 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 Pine Level, NC
This is one driving day of about 33.7 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pine Level, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.8 mi from Pine Level, NC · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Pine Level, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Raleigh, NC
The final approach into 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 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
$5.39 one way
$10.79 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $5.88 | $11.75 |
| premium | $4.78 | $6.34 | $12.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.49 | $14.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Raleigh, NC
Evening in Raleigh on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
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
38m 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 Pine Level, NC to Raleigh, NC covers 33.7 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, Selma Pine Level Road, East Anderson Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.8 miles from Pine Level, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.39 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.
The drive from Pine Level, NC to Raleigh, NC is easy. At 38m 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 Pine Level, NC to Raleigh, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pine Level, NC to Raleigh, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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