Origin
Wadesboro, NC
Evening in Wadesboro on Wednesday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wadesboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
187.9 mi
302 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wadesboro, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Jacksonville, NC
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Wadesboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC covers 187.9 miles and takes about 3h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Andrew Jackson Highway, American Indian Highway, Jacksonville Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73.3 miles on Andrew Jackson Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.38 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
94 miles from Wadesboro, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 55m drive with frequent turns across 187.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Andrew Jackson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 73.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 12.6 miles in near US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.6 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.2 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.2 miles (NC 11 / General Howe Road): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
12.6 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway toward US 74 East: Lumberton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 74 East: Lumberton
6
38.2 mi into trip
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~47m in
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US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
124.2 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
|
NC 11 / General Howe Road
Take the exit onto NC 11 / General Howe Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
151.3 mi into trip
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~3h 2m in
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NC 53
At end of road, turn right onto NC 53
Navigation decision point
4
154.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
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US 117 Business; NC 53 / North Walker Street
Turn left onto US 117 Business; NC 53 / North Walker Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 73.3 mi | 1h 26m |
| American Indian Highway | 33.6 mi | 36m |
| Jacksonville Highway | 30.6 mi | 43m |
| G R Kindley Freeway | 14.9 mi | 16m |
| NC 210 | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| Malpass Corner Road | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| Gen Howe Road | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| NC 53 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Andrew Jackson Highway
— 73.3 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wadesboro, NC and Jacksonville, NC.
1
Start on US 52; US 74; NC 742
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Caswell Street
2
Continue on US 74
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 74
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Toward US 74 East: Lumberton
4
Continue on US 74
15 mi
·
16 min
·
G R Kindley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 74
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 74
34 mi
·
36 min
·
American Indian Highway
8
Continue on US 74; NC 130
42 mi
·
48 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto NC 11
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
General Howe Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on NC 11
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
General Howell Road
11
Continue on NC 11
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Gen Howe Road
12
Turn right onto NC 210
8.7 mi
·
13 min
·
NC 210
13
Continue on Malpass Corner Road
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Malpass Corner Road
14
At end of road, turn right onto NC 53
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
NC 53
15
Turn left onto US 117 Business; NC 53
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Walker Street
16
Turn right onto US 117 Business; NC 53
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Bridges Street
17
Turn straight onto NC 53
31 mi
·
43 min
·
Jacksonville Highway
18
Continue on this road
433 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
19
Turn slight right onto US 258; NC 24 Business
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Richlands Highway
20
Continue on US 17 Business; NC 24 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Marine Boulevard
21
Arrive at destination
US 17 Business; NC 24 Business
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 94 miles from Wadesboro, NC, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.3 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 41 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wadesboro, 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 Wadesboro, NC
This is one driving day of about 187.9 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Wadesboro, 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 Andrew Jackson Highway for about 73.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 94 mi from Wadesboro, NC · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 94 miles from Wadesboro, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Andrew Jackson Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.3 miles.
Arriving in Jacksonville, NC
The final approach into Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, 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
$29.38 one way
$58.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $32.13 | $64.26 |
| premium | $4.70 | $34.78 | $69.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.49 | $82.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.73 | $9.02 |
| Efficient EV | 47 | 0 | $16.44 | $7.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.2 | 0 | $26.31 | $12.03 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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
Jacksonville, NC
Evening in Jacksonville on Wednesday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
24 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
3h 55m 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 Wadesboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC covers 187.9 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Andrew Jackson Highway, American Indian Highway, Jacksonville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94 miles from Wadesboro, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.6 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.2 miles (US 74 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.2 miles (NC 11 / General Howe Road): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wadesboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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