Origin
Raleigh, NC
Evening in Raleigh on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raleigh, NC to Asheboro, NC
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
70.5 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Raleigh, NC
Evgeniia Belman
Asheboro, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Raleigh to Asheboro, you are looking at a straightforward 70.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited as a simple day trip, allowing you to reach your destination and return home without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $11 on fuel for the round trip, making it a very budget-friendly outing within the Southeast region. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including I-440, Western Boulevard, and US 64. Because the distance is relatively short and the travel time is manageable, it serves as a practical connection between these two North Carolina cities.
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
35.2 miles from Raleigh, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 88% of your time spent on major roads. You will navigate a mix of urban streets like Western Boulevard before transitioning to the faster, more consistent pace of US 64. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 56.7 miles on US 64, which dictates the overall personality of your commute. Expect a steady, predictable experience behind the wheel rather than a winding or technical backroads adventure. As you leave the Raleigh area, the road opens up significantly, allowing for a smooth transition toward your destination in Asheboro.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 440. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Salisbury Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Salisbury Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (I 440; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Salisbury Street
Turn left onto South Salisbury Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 440; US 1
Merge onto I 440; US 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
10 mi into trip
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~15m in
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US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West: Asheboro, Pittsboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 98B
Toward US 64 West: Asheboro, Pittsboro
8
66.7 mi into trip
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~1h 34m in
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US 64 BUS; NC 49 / Richard K. Pugh Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 BUS; NC 49 / Richard K. Pugh Highway toward US 64 Business West, NC 49 South: Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64 Business West, NC 49 South: Ashebo...
4
70.5 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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US 220 BUS / North Fayetteville Street
Turn right onto US 220 BUS / North Fayetteville Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Raleigh, NC to Asheboro, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Pittsboro along the way.
Pittsboro
10 mi in
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~15m
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via US 64
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 56.7 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 440 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Western Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| East Salisbury Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Richard K. Pugh Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Salisbury Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East South Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 56.7 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raleigh, NC and Asheboro, NC.
1
Start on East South Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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East South Street
2
Turn left onto South Salisbury Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Salisbury Street
3
Turn sharp right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
4
Continue on Western Boulevard
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Western Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
6
Merge onto I 440; US 1
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 440; US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 64
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 64
Exit 98B
Toward US 64 West: Asheboro, Pittsboro
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on US 64
54 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
US 64
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 BUS; NC 49
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Richard K. Pugh Highway
Toward US 64 Business West, NC 49 South: Asheboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto East Salisbury Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
East Salisbury Street
11
Turn right onto US 220 BUS
54 ft
·
1 sec
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North Fayetteville Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 220 BUS
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip with no mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Aim to depart outside of typical morning or evening rush hours to ensure you maintain that 1 hour and 41 minute estimated transit time. Since the drive is under two hours, you likely won't need to plan for formal rest breaks, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving the Raleigh metro area is a smart move. With 56.7 miles of your journey concentrated on US 64, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you move between rural and developed stretches. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct route and use the time saved on the road to maximize your activities once you arrive.
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 35.2 miles from Raleigh, NC, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.7 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 70.5 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 50m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Asheboro, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC
This is one driving day of about 70.5 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Raleigh, 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 US 64 for about 56.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Raleigh, NC · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Raleigh, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Asheboro, NC
The final approach into Asheboro, 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 Asheboro, 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
$11.28 one way
$22.57 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
| premium | $4.78 | $13.26 | $26.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.66 | $31.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.40 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.87 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Asheboro, NC
Evening in Asheboro on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 41m 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 Raleigh, NC to Asheboro, NC covers 70.5 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 440, Western Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Raleigh, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.28 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 1h 41m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Salisbury Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (I 440; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Raleigh, NC to Asheboro, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Pittsboro along the way.
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