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Trip from Raleigh, NC to Fremont, NC

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 5m

Distance

57.7 mi

93 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 0m ★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in and state capital of North Carolina, United States of America

Raleigh, NC

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Trip Overview

The drive from Raleigh, NC to Fremont, NC covers 57.7 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Blount Street, Hammond Road, Thomas Bradshaw Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.02 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

28.9 miles from Raleigh, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 1h 5m drive with frequent turns across 57.7 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Blount 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 Raleigh, NC to Fremont, NC is easy. At 1h 5m 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 Raleigh, NC to Fremont, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South Blount Street
Hammond Road
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
I 87 North
North Wilson Street

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: South Blount Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Raleigh, NC and Fremont, NC.

1

Start on East South Street

505 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 slight right

0.2 mi · 31 sec
5

Merge slight left onto Thomas Bradshaw Freeway

2.2 mi · 2 min · Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
6

Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
7

Keep slight right to continue on I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville

17 mi · 18 min · I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
8

Keep slight right

23 mi · 24 min
9

Take the exit slight right

0.8 mi · 55 sec
10

Keep slight left

8.9 mi · 9 min
11

Take the exit slight right

0.2 mi · 33 sec
12

Turn left

0.9 mi · 1 min
13

Turn left onto North Wilson Street

7 ft · North Wilson Street
14

Arrive at your destination

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 28.9 miles from Raleigh, NC, or about 32m 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 13 miles or 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 28.9 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 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fremont, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Raleigh, NC

This is one driving day of about 57.7 miles and 1h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Raleigh, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 28.9 mi from Raleigh, NC · 32m into the drive

Downtown Zebulon, NC, NC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Zebulon, NC

29 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

West Raleigh, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Zebulon, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Raleigh, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Fremont, NC

The final approach into Fremont, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.02 one way

$18.05 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $9.87 $19.73
premium $4.70 $10.68 $21.36
diesel $5.61 $12.74 $25.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.3 0 $6.06 $2.77
Efficient EV 14.4 0 $5.05 $2.31
EV Truck/SUV 23.1 0 $8.08 $3.69

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Raleigh, NC

Night in Raleigh on Wednesday

Local time

10:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fremont, NC

Night in Fremont on Wednesday

Local time

10:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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 5m 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 Fremont, NC covers 57.7 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Blount Street, Hammond Road, Thomas Bradshaw Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.9 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 $9.02 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 Raleigh, NC to Fremont, NC is easy. At 1h 5m 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 Raleigh, NC to Fremont, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Raleigh, NC to Fremont, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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