Origin
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Afternoon in Roanoke Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roanoke Rapids, NC to Raleigh, NC
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
89.2 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Joseph Fuller
Raleigh, NC
Evgeniia Belman
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Roanoke Rapids to Raleigh, expect a straightforward journey covering 89.2 miles of North Carolina landscape. You can comfortably complete this drive in approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting about $14 for fuel should cover your transit between these two Southeast hubs. Since the trip is relatively short and direct, there is no need to split this over multiple days or book an overnight stay. Whether you are heading to the state capital for business or a quick getaway, this route provides a practical connection that gets you there efficiently.
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
44.6 miles from Roanoke Rapids, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a turn-heavy local drive that prioritizes navigation through regional corridors rather than high-speed interstate cruising. You will primarily navigate via East 10th Street, the Julian R. Allsbrook Highway, and US 64 to reach your destination. With a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a driving experience defined by local road conditions rather than long, monotonous stretches of freeway. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on East 10th Street, stay alert for frequent turns and shifting traffic patterns throughout the journey. The route demands your full attention behind the wheel as you transition between these local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 10th 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 Roanoke Rapids, NC to Raleigh, NC is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Roanoke Rapids, NC to Raleigh, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Julian R Allsbrook Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 64 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 64 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Thomas Bradshaw Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Person St | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hammond Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Person Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East 10th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke Rapids, NC and Raleigh, NC.
1
Start on Roanoke Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Roanoke Avenue
2
Turn left onto East 10th Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East 10th Street
3
Turn left onto Julian R Allsbrook Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Julian R Allsbrook Highway
4
Take the exit right
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
5
Merge slight left
34 mi
·
36 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Nashville, Rocky Mount, Raleigh
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 64: Nashville, Rocky Mount, Raleigh
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 64 West: Nashville, Raleigh
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 64 West: Nashville, Raleigh
8
Merge slight right
45 mi
·
48 min
9
Merge slight left
2.7 mi
·
3 min
10
Merge slight left onto Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Person St, Hammond Rd
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Person St, Hammond Rd
12
Keep slight right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
13
Turn straight onto Hammond Road
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Hammond Road
14
Continue on South Person Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Person Street
15
Turn left onto East South Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East South Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 25-minute duration, you have significant flexibility in your departure time to avoid the worst of any local traffic. While the route does not require any mandatory stops for a drive of this length, keeping your tank topped off for the $14 fuel cost is a smart way to ensure a smooth trip. Because this path relies heavily on local roads, check your navigation frequently to stay on the correct path through the various turns. Since you won't be spending much time on major highways, factor in a little extra time for potential local congestion along your route. Use this short travel time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Raleigh with plenty of daylight to spare.
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 44.6 miles from Roanoke Rapids, NC, or about 42m 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 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 miles or 42m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Raleigh, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roanoke Rapids, 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 Roanoke Rapids, NC
This is one driving day of about 89.2 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Roanoke Rapids, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.6 mi from Roanoke Rapids, NC · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 44.6 miles from Roanoke Rapids, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Raleigh, NC
The final approach into Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, 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
$14.28 one way
$28.55 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $15.55 | $31.11 |
| premium | $4.78 | $16.78 | $33.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.82 | $39.63 |
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: 31.2 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 | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.49 | $5.71 |
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
Raleigh, NC
Afternoon in Raleigh on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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 Roanoke Rapids, NC to Raleigh, NC covers 89.2 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 10th Street, Julian R Allsbrook Highway, US 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.6 miles from Roanoke Rapids, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.28 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.
The drive from Roanoke Rapids, NC to Raleigh, NC is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Roanoke Rapids, NC to Raleigh, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Roanoke Rapids, NC to Raleigh, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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