Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
62.2 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
The drive from Raleigh, NC to Burlington, NC covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Salisbury Street, Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Western Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.70 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
31.1 miles from Raleigh, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 4m drive with frequent turns across 62.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Salisbury Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Western Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gorman Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Faircloth Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wade Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dan K | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NC 54 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Raleigh, NC and Burlington, NC.
Start on East South Street
Turn left onto South Salisbury Street
Turn sharp right onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Continue on Western Boulevard
Turn right onto Gorman Street
Continue on Faircloth Street
Turn left onto Wade Avenue
Continue on Wade Avenue
Merge slight left onto Dan K. Moore Frwy.
Take the exit slight right toward NC 54: Graham, Chapel Hill
Turn right onto East Harden Street
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Harden Street
Exit the roundabout onto East Harden Street
Take the exit straight
Turn left onto South Worth Street
Turn right onto West Front Street
Turn right onto South Church Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 62.2 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.1 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, NC than in the middle of the route.
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 62.2 miles and 1h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Raleigh, NC · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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.
A short stop after about 62.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Raleigh, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Burlington, 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 Burlington, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.70 one way
$19.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.85 | $21.69 |
| premium | $4.78 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
| diesel | $5.62 | $13.77 | $27.54 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Raleigh on Saturday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Burlington on Saturday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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