Origin
West Raleigh, NC
Afternoon in West Raleigh on Sunday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Raleigh, NC to Brogden, NC
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
61.3 mi
99 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Raleigh, NC
Evgeniia Belman
Brogden, NC
Jean-Paul Wettstein
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from West Raleigh to Brogden, you are looking at a straightforward 61.3-mile journey across North Carolina’s Southeast region. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 20 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Thomas Bradshaw Freeway, US 70, and US 70 BYP to complete the trek. With fuel costs estimated at around $10, it is a very budget-friendly transit. Since the entire route stays within the Southeast, the landscape remains consistent throughout your travels. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B 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
30.6 miles from West Raleigh, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is defined by a 71% highway share, favoring speed and directness over rural backroads. You will find that the road maintains a steady pace, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.3 miles on the US 70 BYP. Because the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, you can expect a consistent driving experience rather than a mix of technical turns or slow-moving local traffic. The transition between these high-speed arteries is designed for efficiency, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination. It is the type of route where you can settle into a comfortable rhythm early on and maintain it for the duration of the trip.
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.
US 70 BYP is the longest continuous segment at about 14.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 BYP and US 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Pullen Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 61.3 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 0.1 miles (Pullen Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Western Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Pullen Road
Turn right onto Pullen Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Western Boulevard
Turn left onto Western Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
3.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
14.5 mi into trip
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~19m in
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I 42 / Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 42 / Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway toward I 42 East: Smithfield, Goldsboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 309
Toward I 42 East: Smithfield, Goldsboro
6
32.3 mi into trip
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~40m in
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US 70 BYP
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70 BYP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from West Raleigh, NC to Brogden, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Goldsboro along the way.
Goldsboro
14.5 mi in
|
~19m
|
via I 42
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 BYP | 14.3 mi | 19m |
| US 70 | 14.2 mi | 19m |
| Thomas Bradshaw Freeway | 10.8 mi | 12m |
| Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Old Mount Olive Highway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| NC 581 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Western Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US 13 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 70 BYP
— 14.3 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Raleigh, NC and Brogden, NC.
1
Start on Enterprise Street
44 ft
·
3 sec
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Enterprise Street
2
Turn left onto Hillsborough Street
401 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hillsborough Street
3
Turn slight right
104 ft
·
6 sec
4
Turn right onto Pullen Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pullen Road
Use the none lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto Pullen Road
76 ft
·
2 sec
·
Pullen Road
6
Continue on Pullen Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Pullen Road
7
Turn left onto Western Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
9
Turn straight onto US 70; US 401; NC 50
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Dawson Street
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on US 70; US 401; NC 50
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Saunders Street
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 40; US 64
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Toward I 40 East: Wilmington
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 42
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
Exit 309
Toward I 42 East: Smithfield, Goldsboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 70
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US 70
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70 BYP
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 70 BYP
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on US 70
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
Use the none lane.
18
Turn slight right onto US 70
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 70
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Use the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto NC 581
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
NC 581
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Continue on US 13; US 117 Connector
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 13; US 117 Connector
23
Turn left onto Old Mount Olive Highway
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Mount Olive Highway
24
Turn left onto Royall Drive
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Royall Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Royall Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Because the trip takes only 1 hour and 20 minutes, you likely won't need to plan for formal stops, allowing you to drive straight through if you prefer. However, keep in mind that with zero scheduled stops in the data, you should ensure your tank is ready for the 61.3-mile haul before you leave West Raleigh. A concrete tip for this specific route is to stay alert when transitioning onto the US 70 BYP, as this is your longest stretch of continuous highway and requires sustained focus. Proper planning ensures you reach Brogden without unnecessary delays or fuel concerns.
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 30.6 miles from West Raleigh, NC, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.3 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 61.3 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.6 miles or 38m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brogden, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Raleigh, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 West Raleigh, NC
This is one driving day of about 61.3 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Raleigh, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 70 BYP for about 14.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from West Raleigh, NC · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from West Raleigh, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brogden, NC
The final approach into Brogden, 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 Brogden, 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
$9.81 one way
$19.62 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $10.69 | $21.38 |
| premium | $4.78 | $11.53 | $23.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.62 | $27.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Brogden, NC
Afternoon in Brogden on Sunday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
3 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 20m 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 West Raleigh, NC to Brogden, NC covers 61.3 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 70 BYP, US 70, Thomas Bradshaw Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.6 miles from West Raleigh, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.81 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 61.3 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 0.1 miles (Pullen Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Western Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from West Raleigh, NC to Brogden, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Goldsboro along the way.
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