Knightdale, NC Road Trips
Drivers starting from Knightdale, NC have 8 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. Most drives stay under 73 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Knightdale, NC head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
192.9 mi
Gastonia, NC
Quickest Drive
20m
Raleigh, NC
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Knightdale, NC
Knightdale, NC to Gastonia, NC
Knightdale, NC to Concord, NC
Knightdale, NC to Greenville, NC
Knightdale, NC to Burlington, NC
Knightdale, NC to Durham, NC
Knightdale, NC to Apex, NC
Knightdale, NC to Cary, NC
Knightdale, NC to Raleigh, NC
Driving from Knightdale, NC
Expect an average of 73 miles and about 1h 28m behind the wheel when leaving Knightdale, NC. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 193 miles (3h 46m), while the shortest is just 14 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Knightdale, NC are Gastonia, NC (192.9 mi, 3h 46m), Concord, NC (155.1 mi, 3h 1m), Greenville, NC (72.2 mi, 1h 23m), Burlington, NC (66 mi, 1h 22m), and Durham, NC (33.2 mi, 42m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NC currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 73-mile trip from Knightdale, NC, budget about $11 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 8 mapped routes leaving Knightdale, NC and 0 routes heading into Knightdale, NC, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 14 to 193 miles.
The longest mapped route from Knightdale, NC covers 193 miles and takes approximately 3h 46m. Shorter options start at just 14 miles.
The average route from Knightdale, NC runs about 73 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 28m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 73-mile trip from Knightdale, NC costs roughly $11 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Knightdale, NC include Gastonia, NC, Concord, NC, Greenville, NC and Burlington, NC. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Knightdale, NC by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
19,532
Median Income
$91,638
Median Home Value
$331,900
Median Age
34.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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