The drive from Williamston, NC to Maine, NC covers 220.7 miles and takes about 4h 20m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 13, I 40, I 85 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.2 miles on US 13.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
110.3 miles from Williamston, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 220.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 20m highway drive covering 220.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 13 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.2 miles on US 13.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 13 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 13 and I 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 85.9 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 220.7 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 85.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.1 miles (I 85; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
85.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Rolesville Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 14
Toward Rolesville Road
6
108.9 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 70 West: Durham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 70 West: Durham
6
123.1 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|I 85; US 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85; US 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
165.4 mi into trip|~3h 14m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
185.7 mi into trip|~3h 38m in|I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
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 Williamston, NC to Maine, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Statesville along the way.
Statesville
185.7 mi in|~3h 38m|via I 40
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 13
54.2 mi
58m
I 40
52.7 mi
1h 1m
I 85
42.3 mi
48m
US 64 Bypass
27.8 mi
29m
Northern Wake Expressway
15.4 mi
16m
South Miami Boulevard
9.3 mi
12m
Buffaloe Road
3.8 mi
6m
New Raleigh Highway
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 13
— 54.2 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamston, NC and Maine, NC.
1
Start on US 17 Business
1.6 mi·3 min·West Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 64 ALT
428 ft·12 sec·West Boulevard
3
Continue on US 64 ALT
0.5 mi·55 sec·West Main Street
4
Turn left onto NC 125
1.3 mi·2 min·Prison Camp Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
6
Merge onto US 13; US 64
54 mi·58 min·US 13; US 64
7
Continue on US 64 Bypass
28 mi·29 min·US 64 Bypass
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 14Toward Rolesville Road
9
Keep slight right at fork
309 ft·7 sec
Exit 14Toward Rolesville Road
10
Turn right onto Rolesville Road
2.4 mi·4 min·Rolesville Road
11
Turn sharp left onto Marks Creek Road
0.4 mi·38 sec·Marks Creek Road
12
Turn right onto Horton Road
0.4 mi·43 sec·Horton Road
13
Turn right onto Buffaloe Road
3.8 mi·6 min·Buffaloe Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·23 sec
15
Merge onto I 540
15 mi·16 min·Northern Wake Expressway
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward US 70 West: DurhamUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto US 70
1.9 mi·2 min·Glenwood Avenue
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 70
2.5 mi·3 min·New Raleigh Highway
19
Continue on US 70
9.3 mi·12 min·South Miami Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85; US 70
42 mi·48 min·I 85; US 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
7.7 mi·9 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
13 mi·15 min·I 40; US 220
Use the straight lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
32 mi·37 min·I 40
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, StatesvilleUse the slight left lane.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward Farmington Road
25
Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
248 ft·7 sec·Farmington Road
26
Continue on Farmington Road
0.1 mi·18 sec·Farmington Road
27
Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
125 ft·3 sec·Farmington Road
28
Continue on Farmington Road
0.3 mi·36 sec·Farmington Road
29
Turn right onto US 158
1.8 mi·2 min·US 158
30
Turn left onto Oak Grove Church Road
48 ft·2 sec·Oak Grove Church Road
31
Arrive at destination
Oak Grove Church Road
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 110.3 miles from Williamston, NC, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.2 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 49 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.3 miles or 2h 7m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maine, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Williamston, 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 Williamston, NC
This is one driving day of about 220.7 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Williamston, 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 US 13 for about 54.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.3 mi from Williamston, NC
· 2h 7m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.51 one way
$69.03 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$37.74
$75.47
premium
$4.70
$40.85
$81.69
diesel
$5.61
$48.73
$97.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
33 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
ChargePoint Charging Station
Raleigh, North Carolina
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Raleigh, North Carolina
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Raleigh, North Carolina
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Raleigh, North Carolina
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Raleigh, North Carolina
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Raleigh, North Carolina
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Nissan Charging Station
Burlington, North Carolina
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Mebane, North Carolina
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 10
Other: 10
Blink: 5
Tesla: 3
EV Connect: 2
Tesla Destination: 2
Electrify America: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.2
0
$23.17
$10.59
Efficient EV
55.2
0
$19.31
$8.83
EV Truck/SUV
88.3
1
$30.90
$14.12
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Williamston, NC
Night
in Williamston on Friday
Local time
11:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maine, NC
Night
in Maine on Friday
Local time
11:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
6 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
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Williamston, NC to Maine, NC covers 220.7 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 13, I 40, I 85. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110.3 miles from Williamston, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.51 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 220.7 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 85.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.1 miles (I 85; US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Williamston, NC to Maine, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Statesville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
