Origin
Stallings, NC
Morning in Stallings on Wednesday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stallings, NC to Fayetteville, NC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
116.6 mi
188 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stallings, NC
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Fayetteville, NC
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Trip Overview
This 116.6-mile drive from Stallings, NC to Fayetteville, NC is best tackled as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's an economical option for a quick trip within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Fayetteville Road and Plank Road, with a smaller portion on the Monroe Expressway, suggesting a more connected, community-level journey rather than an interstate cruise. This drive's turn-heavy profile means you'll be actively navigating, making it an engaging experience for a single-day excursion.
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
58.3 miles from Stallings, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 116.6-mile journey, with only 20% of the route being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.8 miles along Fayetteville Road, offering a consistent segment before you begin navigating through more varied local roads. This isn't a monotonous interstate grind; instead, anticipate a more engaging experience that involves frequent turns and transitions between different road types, including the Monroe Expressway and Plank Road, as you make your way south.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fayetteville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 21.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Guion Lane.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 116.6 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 0.8 miles (Guion Lane): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.3 miles (US 74 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Guion Lane
Turn right onto Guion Lane toward US 74 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 74 East
8
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the exit toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham, Wilmington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham, Wilm...
9
51.3 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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US 74 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business Ea...
6
57.6 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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US 1 / Fayetteville Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 1 / Fayetteville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
115.3 mi into trip
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~2h 37m in
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Hay Street
Turn right onto Hay Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Stallings, NC to Fayetteville, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Asheboro along the way.
Asheboro
51.3 mi in
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~1h 9m
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via US 74 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Road | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Monroe Expressway | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| Plank Road | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| W. Cliff Martin Highway | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| South Raeford Road | 9.5 mi | 15m |
| US 74 BUS | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Addor Road | 4.1 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Fayetteville Road
— 21.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stallings, NC and Fayetteville, NC.
1
Start on Stallings Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Stallings Road
2
Enter roundabout onto Stallings Road
163 ft
·
3 sec
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Stallings Road
3
Continue on Stallings Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Stallings Road
4
Turn right onto Guion Lane
0.3 mi
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28 sec
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Guion Lane
Toward US 74 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 74
0.2 mi
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16 sec
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Independence Boulevard
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham, Wilmington
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto US 74 BYP
18 mi
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20 min
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Monroe Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 74
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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Carroll M. Edwards Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 74
2.9 mi
·
5 min
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West Marshville Boulevard
10
Continue on US 74
2.5 mi
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3 min
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Carroll M. Edwards Highway
11
Continue on US 74
6.1 mi
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8 min
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W. Cliff Martin Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
6.7 mi
·
9 min
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W. Cliff Martin Highway
13
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Salisbury Street
14
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
2.4 mi
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4 min
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West Caswell Street
15
Continue on US 74
10 mi
·
13 min
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Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS
5.3 mi
·
7 min
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US 74 BUS
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto West Green Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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West Green Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Fayetteville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Addor Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Addor Road
20
Continue on Addor Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Addor Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto Ashemont Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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Ashemont Road
22
Enter roundabout onto Ashemont Road
135 ft
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2 sec
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Ashemont Road
23
Continue on Ashemont Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Ashemont Road
24
Keep slight left at fork onto Ashemont Road
0.8 mi
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1 min
·
Ashemont Road
25
Continue on Army Road
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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Army Road
26
Continue on Plank Road
13 mi
·
18 min
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Plank Road
27
Turn right onto Wayside Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Wayside Road
28
Turn left onto US 401
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Fayetteville Road
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on US 401
1.4 mi
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1 min
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Raeford Road
Use the straight lane.
30
Continue on US 401
9.5 mi
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15 min
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South Raeford Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
31
Continue on Arsenal Avenue
362 ft
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11 sec
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Arsenal Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Highland Avenue
33
Turn right onto Hay Street
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Hay Street
Use the right lane.
34
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
369 ft
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5 sec
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Market Square
35
Arrive at destination
Market Square
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 40-minute duration, this 116.6-mile trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for at least one stop to break up the drive. With a $18 fuel cost, your budget is well-covered. Pay attention to the "turn-heavy" nature of the route; familiarize yourself with Fayetteville Road and other main roads like Plank Road before you go. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 21.8 miles on Fayetteville Road, so plan your rest stop before or after this segment.
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 58.3 miles from Stallings, NC, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.8 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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.3 miles or 1h 19m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stallings, 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 Stallings, NC
This is one driving day of about 116.6 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stallings, 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 Fayetteville Road for about 21.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.3 mi from Stallings, NC · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 58.3 miles from Stallings, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fayetteville, NC
The final approach into Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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
$18.23 one way
$36.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $19.94 | $39.87 |
| premium | $4.70 | $21.58 | $43.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.74 | $51.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35 | 0 | $12.24 | $5.60 |
| Efficient EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.20 | $4.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.32 | $7.46 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Fayetteville, NC
Morning in Fayetteville on Wednesday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
1 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
2h 40m 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 Stallings, NC to Fayetteville, NC covers 116.6 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fayetteville Road, Monroe Expressway, Plank Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.3 miles from Stallings, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.23 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 116.6 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 0.8 miles (Guion Lane): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.3 miles (US 74 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Stallings, NC to Fayetteville, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Asheboro along the way.
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