Trip from Davidson, NC to Greenville, NC

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 41m

Distance

237.1 mi

382 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 28m ★

6 AM

4h 41m

8 AM

5h 8m

10 AM

4h 51m

12 PM

4h 48m

3 PM

4h 52m

5 PM

5h 7m

8 PM

4h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States

Davidson, NC

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city in Pitt County, North Carolina, United States

Greenville, NC

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Trip Overview

This 237.1-mile drive from Davidson, NC to Greenville, NC is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 41 minutes. You'll primarily be on major roadways like I-40 and US-264, with a brief stint on I-85, making for a 90% highway experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $37. Given its highway focus and manageable duration, it's a straightforward connection within the Southeast region, perfect for getting from point A to point B efficiently. You'll encounter one main stop point along the way, with the longest uninterrupted driving segment being 67.1 miles on I-40.

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

118.5 miles from Davidson, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	67.1 mi	1h 17m
US 264	55.9 mi	59m
I 85	51.5 mi	55m
I 87	16.8 mi	17m
I 440	9.2 mi	11m
NC 152	7 mi	10m
US 29	6.7 mi	8m
Deal Road	4.4 mi	6m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 67.1 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Davidson, NC and Greenville, NC.

Start on this road

105 ft · 13 sec · this road

Turn left

439 ft · 34 sec

Turn right onto Ridge Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Ridge Road

Turn right onto NC 115

0.1 mi · 22 sec · North Main Street

Continue on NC 115

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Mecklenburg Highway

Turn right onto Presbyterian Road

2.4 mi · 4 min · Presbyterian Road

Turn left onto Shearers Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · Shearers Road

Turn right onto Rocky River Road

1.9 mi · 3 min · Rocky River Road

At end of road, turn left onto NC 3

0.4 mi · 41 sec · Coddle Creek Highway

Turn right onto Williford Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Williford Road

Turn right onto Linwood Road

2.1 mi · 2 min · Linwood Road

Continue on Deal Road

4.4 mi · 6 min · Deal Road

Turn slight right onto NC 152

6.7 mi · 10 min · NC 152

Turn sharp left onto US 29; NC 152

0.4 mi · 54 sec · US 29; NC 152

Keep slight right at fork onto US 29; NC 152

0.3 mi · 32 sec · US 29; NC 152

Enter roundabout onto NC 152

91 ft · 1 sec · NC 152

Continue on NC 152

0.1 mi · 11 sec · NC 152

Enter roundabout onto NC 152

76 ft · 1 sec · NC 152

Continue on NC 152

0.1 mi · 12 sec · NC 152

Enter roundabout

164 ft · 2 sec

Continue

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Merge onto I 85; US 601

15 mi · 16 min · I 85; US 601

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70

3.8 mi · 4 min · I 85; US 29; US 52; US 70

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85

33 mi · 35 min · I 85

Toward I 85 North: Greensboro, High Point Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 29

5.9 mi · 6 min · US 29

Toward US 29, US 70 Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

37 mi · 42 min · I 40

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

30 mi · 34 min · I 40

Toward I 40 East: Raleigh Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728

3.1 mi · 3 min · Wade Avenue

Exit 289 Toward Wade Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 440 East, US 1 North: Wake Forest

Merge onto I 440; US 1

9.2 mi · 11 min · I 440; US 1

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 57 sec

Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 87; US 64; US 264

17 mi · 17 min · I 87; US 64; US 264

Keep slight right at fork onto US 264

56 mi · 59 min · US 264

Turn straight onto Stantonsburg Road

2.5 mi · 3 min · Stantonsburg Road

Toward Greenville, Downtown

Continue on Farmville Boulevard

0.5 mi · 1 min · Farmville Boulevard

Continue on West 10th Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West 10th Street

Turn left onto South Evans Street

0.2 mi · 31 sec · South Evans Street

Turn right onto Reade Circle

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Reade Circle

Turn right onto East 5th Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · East 5th Street

Turn left onto South Summit Street

0.2 mi · 51 sec · South Summit Street

Arrive at destination

South Summit Street

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 41-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Consider an early morning start to avoid potential midday traffic, especially on I-40. With a fuel cost estimated at $37, it's wise to fill up before you leave Davidson or at a point before the longest stretch on I-40 to ensure you have plenty of range. While the route is designed for efficiency, plan for your single recommended stop around the halfway mark to stretch your legs and stay refreshed. Keep an eye on your GPS for any real-time traffic updates, particularly as you approach the Greenville area.

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 118.5 miles from Davidson, NC, or about 2h 25m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.1 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 52 miles or 1h 10m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 118.5 miles or 2h 25m 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 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, NC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Davidson, 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 Davidson, NC

This is one driving day of about 237.1 miles and 4h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Davidson, 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 I 40 for about 67.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Carrboro, NC

119 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

High Point, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Carrboro, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 118.5 miles from Davidson, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Farmhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wendell, North Carolina

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 169.3

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+19193747227

Visit website

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Raleigh, North Carolina

2.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Holy Grind Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

China Grove, North Carolina

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 16.9

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17048591844

Visit website

Farmhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 169.3

Wendell, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+19193747227

Visit website

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 152.4

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+19197831883

Visit website

Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 152.4

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+19198599990

Visit website

Waterbean Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Huntersville, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17044798888

Visit website

Sosta Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 152.4

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19198331006

Visit website

The Piper's Restaurant and Tavern

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 152.4

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+19196767413

Visit website

The Holy Grind Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 16.9

China Grove, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17048591844

Visit website

Koco Java coffee llc

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Inexpensiv mile 33.9

Salisbury, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+19802480633

Visit website

Patterson Farm Market & Tours Inc

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 16.9

Mt Ulla, North Carolina

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+17047970013

Visit website

Veni Vidi Vici Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 16.9

Kannapolis, North Carolina

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+17043039008

Visit website

The Holy Grind Coffee House of Kannapolis

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 16.9

Kannapolis, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17049251740

Visit website

Triangle Coffee House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 135.5

Durham, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+19842191215

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 237.1

Greenville, North Carolina

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 101.6

Graham, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 101.6

Graham, North Carolina

+13132626722

Visit website

Town Common

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 237.1

Greenville, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12523294567

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 101.6

Haw River, North Carolina

+13365706718

Visit website

Smithville Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Cornelius, North Carolina

Hours: 7:30 am–8:30 pm

+17048926031

Visit website

Lake Lynn Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 152.4

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19199962911

Visit website

Nature Research Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 152.4

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19197079800

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 29

5 decision points cluster between mile 40.6 and 159.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

40.6 mi into trip | ~57m in | I 85

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 toward I 85 North: Greensboro, High Point

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 85 North: Greensboro, High Point

73.4 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | US 29

Keep slight right at fork onto US 29 toward US 29, US 70

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 29, US 70

116.1 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Raleigh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 East: Raleigh

146.4 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in | SR 1728 / Wade Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728 / Wade Avenue toward Wade Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 289 Toward Wade Avenue

159.2 mi into trip | ~3h 13m in

Take the exit toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Roc...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.08 one way

$74.15 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$40.54	$81.08
premium	$4.70	$43.88	$87.76
diesel	$5.61	$52.35	$104.70

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: 83 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	71.1	0	$24.90	$11.38
Efficient EV	59.3	0	$20.75	$9.48
EV Truck/SUV	94.8	1	$33.19	$15.17

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 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

Davidson, NC

Late night in Davidson on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Greenville, NC

Late night in Greenville on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

8 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 41m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 237.1-mile route. With 90% of the journey on major interstates and highways, including I-40, US-264, and I-85, the pace is generally swift. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type or exit is 67.1 miles on I-40, offering a consistent driving experience. While this means less opportunity for spontaneous detours, it ensures a direct and efficient transit between Davidson and Greenville. This profile suggests a route where maintaining speed is the primary characteristic.

90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 67.1 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 264. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.6 miles in near I 85.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 29 significant decision points across 237.1 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 40.6 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.4 miles (US 29): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Davidson, NC and Greenville, NC, road signs point toward High Point and Wilson.

High Point

40.6 mi in | ~57m | via I 85

Wilson

159.2 mi in | ~3h 13m

About the Cities

Arriving in Greenville, NC

Full guide →

Greenville, one of the fastest growing cities in North Carolina, is the county seat of Pitt County, and is the principal city of the Greenville, North Carolina metropolitan area. Greenville is known as the cultural, economical, and educational hub of North Carolina's Inner Banks, the geographical area east of Raleigh and west of the North Carolina coast.

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 4h 41m. Total distance: 237.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 67.1 miles on I 40. 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 Greenville, 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Greenville, NC, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Farmhouse Cafe

The Holy Grind Coffee House

Farmhouse Cafe

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

Waterbean Coffee

Sosta Cafe

The Piper's Restaurant and Tavern

The Holy Grind Coffee House

Koco Java coffee llc

Patterson Farm Market & Tours Inc

Veni Vidi Vici Cafe

The Holy Grind Coffee House of Kannapolis

Triangle Coffee House

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Hyundai Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Red E Charging Station

Town Common

Kersey Valley Escape

Children's Museum of Alamance County

Gold Park

Graham Regional Park

Smithville Park

Lake Lynn Park

Nature Research Center

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Davidson, NC

Greenville, NC

Same local time

8 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 41m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Greenville, NC

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

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