Greenville, NC to Marvin, NC is 244.5 miles and takes about 5 hours 3 minutes via US 1, I 587, and John P East Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within North Carolina, beginning in the Southeast region and ending in the same area. Expect a mix of interstate cruising and surface roads as you make your way across the state. With a recommended one-day drive, this route is manageable for a single push, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B.
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
122.2 miles from City of Greenville, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 1
43.4 mi
52m
I 587
40.8 mi
43m
John P East Memorial Highway
32.8 mi
35m
Jefferson Davis Highway
23 mi
27m
Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
22 mi
24m
Broad Avenue
15.5 mi
20m
W. Cliff Martin Highway
12.8 mi
17m
US 74
10.1 mi
14m
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 43.4 mi, about 52m
Traffic on I-40
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,625 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~378 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 95 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Greenville, NC and Marvin, NC.
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Start on South Evans Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Evans Street
2
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.7 mi·1 min·West 10th Street
3
Continue on Farmville Boulevard
0.5 mi·50 sec·Farmville Boulevard
4
Continue on Stantonsburg Road
2.5 mi·4 min·Stantonsburg Road
5
Continue on I 587
33 mi·35 min·John P East Memorial Highway
6
Merge onto I 587; I 795; US 264
41 mi·43 min·I 587; I 795; US 264
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 87; I 440; US 64
2.7 mi·3 min·I 87; I 440; US 64
8
Merge onto I 40; US 64
3.2 mi·3 min·Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 40; US 64
2.7 mi·3 min·Dan K Moore Freeway
10
Continue on I 40; US 64
1.1 mi·1 min·Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
11
Continue on I 40; US 64
0.7 mi·50 sec·Dan K Moore Freeway
12
Take the exit onto US 64
0.2 mi·28 sec·US 64
Toward I 440 East, US 1, US 64 West: Raleigh, Wake Forest, Sanford, Asheboro
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.4 mi·40 sec·US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
0.3 mi·37 sec·US 64
Exit 293AToward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, AsheboroUse the right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.4 mi·29 sec·US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Asheboro
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.4 mi·27 sec·US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
0.1 mi·8 sec·US 64
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
18
Merge onto US 1; US 64
22 mi·24 min·Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 1
23 mi·27 min·Jefferson Davis Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi·46 sec
21
Merge onto US 1
43 mi·52 min·US 1
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto East Green Street
0.9 mi·1 min·East Green Street
23
At end of road, turn right onto US 74 BUS
16 mi·20 min·Broad Avenue
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on US 74
2.4 mi·4 min·East Caswell Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi·1 min·Salisbury Street
26
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
6.5 mi·8 min·W. Cliff Martin Highway
27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
6.3 mi·8 min·W. Cliff Martin Highway
28
Continue on US 74
2.5 mi·3 min·Carroll M. Edwards Highway
29
Continue on US 74
2.9 mi·5 min·East Marshville Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
30
Continue on US 74
0.4 mi·34 sec·Carroll M. Edwards Highway
31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
10 mi·14 min·US 74
Exit 273Toward US 74 West: Wingate, MonroeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Turn left onto NC 200
0.7 mi·1 min·Dickerson Boulevard
33
Continue on NC 200
1.4 mi·2 min·M L King Jr Boulevard
34
Turn right onto NC 84
4.6 mi·6 min·Weddington Road
Use the right lane.
35
Enter roundabout onto NC 84
126 ft·2 sec·Weddington Road
36
Continue on NC 84
2.6 mi·4 min·Weddington Road
Use the left lane.
37
Turn left onto Waxhaw Indian Trail Road South
1.3 mi·2 min·Waxhaw Indian Trail Road South
Use the left lane.
38
Enter roundabout onto New Town Road
41 ft·0 sec·New Town Road
39
Continue on New Town Road
3.2 mi·5 min·New Town Road
Use the straight lane.
40
Enter roundabout onto SR 1315
125 ft·2 sec·New Town Road
41
Continue on SR 1315
3.4 mi·5 min·New Town Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Enter roundabout onto New Town Road
111 ft·2 sec·New Town Road
43
Continue on New Town Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·New Town Road
44
Enter roundabout
16 ft·0 sec
45
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, leaving Greenville in the morning should allow you to arrive in Marvin with ample time before evening. The route includes one recommended stop, which is a good opportunity to break up the 244.5 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $37; planning a fill-up before you leave or at your stop is advisable. The longest stretch of 43.4 miles on US 1 is a good indicator of where you might want to ensure you have enough gas before entering that segment. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility in your departure time, but an earlier start smooths out the drive.
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 122.2 miles from City of Greenville, NC, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.4 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 54 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.2 miles or 2h 17m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marvin, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Greenville, 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 City of Greenville, NC
This is one driving day of about 244.5 miles and 5h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from City of Greenville, 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 1 for about 43.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 28
5 decision points cluster between mile 88.6 and 217.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
88.6 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
9
88.9 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 293A
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Cary, Asheboro
6
89.2 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Sanford, Ashebor...
6
89.6 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64 toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 1 South, US 64 West: Apex, Sanford, A...
9
217.1 mi into trip|~4h 21m in|US 74
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 toward US 74 West: Wingate, Monroe
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 273
Toward US 74 West: Wingate, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.46 one way
$74.93 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.27
$41.11
$82.23
premium
$4.64
$44.64
$89.27
diesel
$5.60
$53.90
$107.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.4
0
$25.67
$11.74
Efficient EV
61.1
0
$21.39
$9.78
EV Truck/SUV
97.8
1
$34.23
$15.65
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 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 Aug 22, 2026
Origin
City of Greenville, NC
Late night
in City of Greenville on Wednesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
S 3 mph90% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 21 at 10:33PM EDT until August 22 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 21 at 10:33PM EDT until August 22 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Destination
Marvin, NC
Late night
in Marvin on Wednesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Patchy Fog
ESE 2 mph31% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 21 at 10:33PM EDT until August 22 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 21 at 10:33PM EDT until August 22 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
85°F
Aberdeen, NC
122 mi in
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
5h 3m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is about 44% highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on higher-speed roads before transitioning to surface streets. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 43.4 miles on US 1. You'll notice the change in pace as you move from the interstate to the more varied speeds and potential for local traffic on US 1 and I 587. This profile suggests a gradual shift from faster travel to more local cruising as you approach your destination.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.4 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 88.6 miles in near US 64.
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 28 significant decision points across 244.5 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 88.6 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.9 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
686 ft34 ft
Total Climb
867 ft
Total Descent
215 ft
Highest Point
686 ft
~244.5 mi in
Elevation Range
652 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between City of Greenville, NC and Marvin, NC, road signs point toward Wake Forest, Sanford, Asheboro and Monroe.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 3m. Total distance: 244.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.4 miles on US 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Marvin, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 88.6 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.9 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Marvin, NC before the return drive.
