Origin
Sneads Ferry, NC
Evening in Sneads Ferry on Sunday
Local time
8:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sneads Ferry, NC to Raleigh, NC
Drive Time
2h 49m
Distance
133.9 mi
216 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
★
6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 57m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sneads Ferry, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Raleigh, NC
Evgeniia Belman
Trip Overview
Traveling from the coastal community of Sneads Ferry to the capital city of Raleigh covers approximately 135.4 miles of North Carolina landscape. You should anticipate a travel time of roughly 2 hours and 20 minutes for this journey. Because the total trip is manageable within a single day, there is no need to plan for overnight stays unless you have a packed itinerary in Raleigh. Budgeting around $22 for fuel will cover your transit across the Southeast region. This trip serves as a straightforward connection between the coast and the state's interior, offering a practical alternative to more heavily trafficked interstate routes.
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
67 miles from Sneads Ferry, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this route. You will navigate a series of local roads, including Country Club Road, Highway 172, and Highway 210, which means your highway share for this trip is 0%. The road’s personality is defined by these winding stretches rather than long, high-speed highway segments. Because the route relies entirely on regional roads, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on the road layout. It is a steady, consistent transition from the coast toward the center of the state.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
315 ft
27 ft
Total Climb
420 ft
Total Descent
132 ft
Highest Point
315 ft
~133.9 mi in
Elevation Range
288 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 59.1 miles in near NC 24.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 133.9 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 59.1 miles (NC 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
59.1 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
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NC 24
Take the exit onto NC 24
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
118.9 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
|
I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
131.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward Rock Quarry Rd North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Rock Quarry Rd North
5
132.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
|
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
133.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
|
South Wilmington Street
Turn right onto South Wilmington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 24 | 60.5 mi | 1h 5m |
| Catherine Lake Road | 14.4 mi | 21m |
| I 40 | 12.6 mi | 13m |
| Wilmington Highway | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| Jackson Store Road | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| NC 50 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Richlands Highway | 5 mi | 7m |
| Hallsville Road | 4.4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
NC 24
— 60.5 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sneads Ferry, NC and Raleigh, NC.
1
Start on Country Club Road
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Country Club Road
2
Continue on Country Club Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Country Club Road
3
Turn left onto NC 172
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
NC Highway 172
4
Turn right onto NC 210
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NC Highway 210
5
Continue on NC 210
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Dixon-Sneads Ferry Road
6
Turn slight right
133 ft
·
2 sec
7
Merge onto US 17
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Wilmington Highway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
9
Merge onto NC 24; NC 53
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NC 24; NC 53
10
Continue on US 258; NC 24
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Richlands Highway
11
Turn left onto NC 111
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Catherine Lake Road
12
Turn right onto SR 1800
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Jackson Store Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto Hallsville Road
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Hallsville Road
14
At end of road, turn right onto NC 50
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
NC 50
15
Turn left onto D S Williams Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
D S Williams Road
16
Turn left onto NC 24; NC 903
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Kenansville Bypass
17
Take the exit onto NC 24
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
NC 24
Use the right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Rock Quarry Rd North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto Rock Quarry Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Rock Quarry Road
21
Turn left onto Rock Quarry Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Rock Quarry Road
22
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn right onto South Wilmington Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Wilmington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto East South Street
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
East South Street
25
Arrive at destination
East South Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. With no required stops listed for this 135.4-mile path, you can easily complete the journey in one push, though you should keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Sneads Ferry to ensure you stay within your $22 budget. Be mindful that because you are traveling on local roads like Highway 210 and Highway 172, your average speed will be lower than what you might see on a major interstate. Use this flexibility to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours when approaching the Raleigh metro area. Planning your departure to coincide with mid-morning or mid-afternoon light can make navigating the turns on these local roads much more comfortable.
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 67 miles from Sneads Ferry, NC, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.5 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 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67 miles or 1h 33m 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 19m
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 Sneads Ferry, 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 Sneads Ferry, NC
This is one driving day of about 133.9 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sneads Ferry, 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 NC 24 for about 60.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67 mi from Sneads Ferry, NC · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 67 miles from Sneads Ferry, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NC 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.5 miles.
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
$21.43 one way
$42.86 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $23.35 | $46.70 |
| premium | $4.78 | $25.19 | $50.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.75 | $59.50 |
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: 46.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.06 | $6.43 |
| Efficient EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.72 | $5.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.75 | $8.57 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Evening in Raleigh on Sunday
Local time
8:52 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
4 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 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 Sneads Ferry, NC to Raleigh, NC covers 133.9 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 24, Catherine Lake Road, I 40. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67 miles from Sneads Ferry, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.43 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 18 significant decision points across 133.9 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 59.1 miles (NC 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Sneads Ferry, NC to Raleigh, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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