The drive from Raleigh, NC to Wingate, NC covers 137.1 miles and takes about 2h 56m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 440, US 1, Broad Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.9 miles on I 440.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.44 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.6 miles from Raleigh, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 137.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 56m highway drive covering 137.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 440 and US 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.9 miles on I 440.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 440 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 440 and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near I 440; US 1.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 137.1 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 4.4 miles (I 440; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.9 miles (US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.2 miles (US 74 BUS / Broad Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.4 mi into trip|~8m in|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.
5
52.9 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|US 1
Merge onto US 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
97.2 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|US 74 BUS / Broad Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 74 BUS / Broad Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
134.3 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|US 74
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 toward US 74 West: Wingate, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 273
Toward US 74 West: Wingate, Monroe
5
137.1 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|West Wilson Street
Turn left onto West Wilson Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 440
47.9 mi
55m
US 1
43.4 mi
52m
Broad Avenue
15.5 mi
20m
W. Cliff Martin Highway
12.8 mi
17m
Western Boulevard
3.3 mi
5m
Carroll M. Edwards Highway
2.9 mi
3m
East Marshville Boulevard
2.9 mi
5m
US 74
2.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 440
— 47.9 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raleigh, NC and Wingate, NC.
1
Start on East South Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·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
48 mi·55 min·I 440; US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·46 sec
8
Merge onto US 1
43 mi·52 min·US 1
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto East Green Street
0.9 mi·1 min·East Green Street
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 74 BUS
16 mi·20 min·Broad Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 74
2.4 mi·4 min·East Caswell Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi·1 min·Salisbury Street
13
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
6.5 mi·8 min·W. Cliff Martin Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
6.3 mi·8 min·W. Cliff Martin Highway
15
Continue on US 74
2.5 mi·3 min·Carroll M. Edwards Highway
16
Continue on US 74
2.9 mi·5 min·East Marshville Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 74
0.4 mi·34 sec·Carroll M. Edwards Highway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
2.7 mi·4 min·US 74
Exit 273Toward US 74 West: Wingate, MonroeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·North Main Street
20
Turn left onto West Wilson Street
75 ft·3 sec·West Wilson Street
21
Arrive at destination
West Wilson 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.6 miles from Raleigh, NC, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.9 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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.6 miles or 1h 23m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wingate, 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 137.1 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Raleigh, 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 I 440 for about 47.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.6 mi from Raleigh, NC
· 1h 23m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.44 one way
$42.88 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$23.44
$46.88
premium
$4.70
$25.37
$50.75
diesel
$5.61
$30.27
$60.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.1
0
$14.40
$6.58
Efficient EV
34.3
0
$12.00
$5.48
EV Truck/SUV
54.8
0
$19.19
$8.77
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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 17, 2026
Origin
Raleigh, NC
Morning
in Raleigh on Friday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Clear
SW 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Wingate, NC
Morning
in Wingate on Friday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Aberdeen, NC
69 mi in
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
9 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 56m 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 Raleigh, NC to Wingate, NC covers 137.1 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 440, US 1, Broad Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.6 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 $21.44 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 137.1 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 4.4 miles (I 440; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.9 miles (US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.2 miles (US 74 BUS / Broad Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Raleigh, NC to Wingate, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
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over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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