Origin
Franklinton, NC
Late night in Franklinton on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franklinton, 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
43m
Distance
26.6 mi
43 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklinton, NC
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Raleigh, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Franklinton to Raleigh, you are looking at a straightforward 27.1-mile trip that typically takes about 38 minutes. Because this is a short, direct journey within the Southeast region, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you total flexibility for your schedule. With a fuel budget of just $4, this is an incredibly economical drive for commuters or casual visitors. Since the route avoids highways entirely, it offers a more localized travel experience compared to major interstate travel. It is a practical, no-fuss connection between these two North Carolina communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 13.7 mi | 19m |
| Capital Boulevard | 9.3 mi | 15m |
| North Blount Street | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| Wake Forest Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Cheatham Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Old Louisburg Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Green Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 13.7 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklinton, NC and Raleigh, NC.
1
Start on NC 56
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Green Street
2
Turn left onto South Cheatham Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cheatham Street
3
Turn left onto US 1
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 1
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
8.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Capital Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 401
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Capital Boulevard
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Old Louisburg Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Old Louisburg Road
7
Turn left onto Wake Forest Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Wake Forest Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on North Blount Street
1.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Blount Street
9
Turn right onto East South Street
506 ft
·
19 sec
·
East South Street
10
Arrive at destination
East South Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 24.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Cheatham Street
Turn left onto South Cheatham Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 1
Turn left onto US 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
14.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 1 / Capital Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 / Capital Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
23.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Old Louisburg Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Old Louisburg Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
24.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Wake Forest Road
Turn left onto Wake Forest Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.16 one way
$8.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.92 | $9.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.87 | $11.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
43m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate grind. Your path takes you along South Cheatham Street, Capital Boulevard, and Old Louisburg Road, with 0% of the trip spent on highways. Because there is no long-distance highway travel involved, the longest uninterrupted stretch on South Cheatham Street is essentially non-existent. You will navigate consistent turns throughout the 27.1-mile duration, requiring your full attention as you transition between these local thoroughfares. This route feels grounded and urban, focusing on surface streets rather than high-speed transit.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.7 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near South Cheatham Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26.6 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.2 miles (South Cheatham Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (US 1 / Capital Boulevard): 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 43m. Total distance: 26.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.7 miles on US 1. 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 0.2 miles (South Cheatham Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (US 1 / Capital Boulevard): 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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