Origin
Raleigh, NC
Morning in Raleigh on Monday
Local time
7:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raleigh, NC to Scotland Neck, NC
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
88 mi
142 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Raleigh, NC
Evgeniia Belman
Scotland Neck, NC
Nunzio Guerrera
Trip Overview
The drive from Raleigh, NC to Scotland Neck, NC covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, I 87, Thirteen Bridges Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.1 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
44 miles from Raleigh, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 88 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and I 87. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.1 miles on US 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 27.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
315 ft
133 ft
Total Climb
15 ft
Total Descent
197 ft
Highest Point
315 ft
Elevation Range
181 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 87. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near I 40; US 64 / Thomas Bradshaw Freeway.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 88 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 1.6 miles (I 40; US 64 / Thomas Bradshaw Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles (I 87; I 440; US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles (I 87; US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 40; US 64 / Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Merge onto I 40; US 64 / Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
3.7 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 87; I 440; US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64 toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rock...
8
6.5 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 87; US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64 toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Roc...
5
51.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 95 North
5
51.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 95 North
Towns Along This Route
Between Raleigh, NC and Scotland Neck, NC, road signs point toward Wilson, Greenville, Battleboro and Rocky Mount.
Wilson
6.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via I 87; US 64
Greenville
6.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via I 87; US 64
Battleboro
58.2 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Rocky Mount
58.2 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 27.1 mi | 29m |
| I 87 | 20 mi | 21m |
| Thirteen Bridges Road | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Watson Seed Farm Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| I 95 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| NC 125 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| US 301 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Thomas Bradshaw Freeway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 27.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raleigh, NC and Scotland Neck, NC.
1
Start on East South Street
506 ft
·
21 sec
·
East South Street
2
Turn right onto South Blount Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Blount Street
3
Continue on Hammond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hammond Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
5
Merge onto I 40; US 64
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 87; I 440; US 64
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 87; US 64
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
27 mi
·
29 min
·
US 64
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 95 North
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 95 North
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge onto I 95
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
I 95
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward NC 4, NC 48: Gold Rock, Battleboro, Rocky Mount
15
Enter roundabout
22 ft
·
0 sec
16
Continue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
17
Turn left onto NC 4; NC 48
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NC 4; NC 48
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Watson Seed Farm Road
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Watson Seed Farm Road
19
Continue on Moore Farm Road
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Moore Farm Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 301
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 301
21
Turn right onto Whitaker Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Whitaker Street
22
Continue on Thirteen Bridges Road
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Thirteen Bridges Road
23
Turn right onto NC 125; NC 903
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
NC 125; NC 903
24
Continue on East 12th Street
487 ft
·
22 sec
·
East 12th Street
25
Turn right onto Roanoke Street
469 ft
·
16 sec
·
Roanoke Street
26
Turn left onto East 11th Street
61 ft
·
2 sec
·
East 11th Street
27
Arrive at destination
East 11th Street
Trip Plan
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 44 miles from Raleigh, NC, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.1 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 49m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scotland Neck, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 88 miles and 1h 49m.
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 27.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44 mi from Raleigh, NC · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 44 miles from Raleigh, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scotland Neck, NC
The final approach into Scotland Neck, 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 Scotland Neck, 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
$14.08 one way
$28.17 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $15.34 | $30.69 |
| premium | $4.78 | $16.55 | $33.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.55 | $39.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.32 | $5.63 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Scotland Neck, NC
Morning in Scotland Neck on Monday
Local time
7:16 AM
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
2 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 49m 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 Scotland Neck, NC covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 87, Thirteen Bridges 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 44 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 $14.08 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 19 significant decision points across 88 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 1.6 miles (I 40; US 64 / Thomas Bradshaw Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.7 miles (I 87; I 440; US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles (I 87; US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Raleigh, NC and Scotland Neck, NC, road signs point toward Wilson, Greenville, Battleboro and Rocky Mount.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 133 ft to 315 ft elevation with about 15 ft of total climbing.
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