Origin
Brogden, NC
Late night in Brogden on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brogden, NC to Raleigh, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brogden, NC
Jean-Paul Wettstein
Raleigh, NC
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Brogden to Raleigh, you can expect a straightforward 57.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can budget approximately $9 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast North Carolina points. Because the drive is relatively short and efficient, it serves as an excellent connector for commuters or travelers heading toward the state capital. Navigating this path is uncomplicated, making it a reliable choice when you need a quick and predictable transit through the region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 18.5 mi | 25m |
| US 70 BYP | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway | 10 mi | 11m |
| I 40 | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| US 13 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Old Mount Olive Highway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Rock Quarry Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 18.5 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brogden, NC and Raleigh, NC.
1
Start on Royall Drive
79 ft
·
5 sec
·
Royall Drive
2
Turn right onto Old Mount Olive Highway
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Mount Olive Highway
3
Turn right onto US 13; US 117 Connector
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 13; US 117 Connector
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
366 ft
·
11 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Turn left onto US 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Continue on US 70
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 70
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 70
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70 BYP
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 70 BYP
11
Continue on I 42
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
12
Merge onto I 40
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Rock Quarry Rd North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto Rock Quarry Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Rock Quarry Road
15
Turn left onto Rock Quarry Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Rock Quarry Road
16
Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto South Wilmington Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Wilmington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto East South Street
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
East South Street
19
Arrive at destination
East South Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Brogden, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 3.6 and 57.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 13; US 117 Connector
Turn right onto US 13; US 117 Connector
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Rock Quarry Rd North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Rock Quarry Rd North
6
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
South Wilmington Street
Turn right onto South Wilmington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.02 one way
$18.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $9.87 | $19.73 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.68 | $21.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Raleigh, NC
Late night in Raleigh on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Pine Level, NC
29 mi in
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
7 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 16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of your travel time spent on major routes like US 70 and the US 70 BYP. You will encounter a mix of infrastructure, including the Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway, which helps keep the pace consistent. Behind the wheel, expect a balanced experience where you cover significant ground quickly, including one notable 18.5-mile stretch on US 70 that represents the longest uninterrupted segment of your journey. The road transitions smoothly between these primary arteries, ensuring you remain on high-capacity thoroughfares for the vast majority of your time on the road.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on US 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and US 70 BYP. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near US 13; US 117 Connector.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.7 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (US 13; US 117 Connector): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Raleigh, NC
Full guide →The capital of North Carolina and the largest city of the Research Triangle, Raleigh is the primary political and economic driver of the metro area. Indeed, business and politics are the main draws to Raleigh, which lacks the more trendy feel or active arts scene of Durham or Chapel Hill to the west. However, a concerted effort to expand the residential base and move events downtown has led to significantly expanded retail and restaurant options in the downtown core. Also, visitors will find many of the state's cultural institutions here, namely a major performing arts center downtown and three state museums, and a college town atmosphere in the neighborhood around the campus of North Carolina State University, the state's largest university.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 57.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 miles on US 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Raleigh, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (US 13; US 117 Connector): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Raleigh, NC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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