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Indian Trail, NC
Late night in Indian Trail on Sunday
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12:58 AM
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Current temp
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Trip from Indian Trail, NC to City of 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 43m
Distance
234.5 mi
377 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 30m
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6 AM
4h 44m
8 AM
5h 11m
10 AM
4h 53m
12 PM
4h 51m
3 PM
4h 55m
5 PM
5h 9m
8 PM
4h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indian Trail, NC
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City of Greenville, NC
Alex Borelli
Trip Overview
Indian Trail, NC to the City of Greenville, NC is 234.5 miles and takes about 4h 43m via US 264, US 1, and Fayetteville Road, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily within North Carolina, taking you from one part of the Southeast to another. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of your journey.
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
117.3 miles from Indian Trail, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 264 | 55.9 mi | 59m |
| US 1 | 45.7 mi | 52m |
| Fayetteville Road | 43.4 mi | 52m |
| I 87 | 20 mi | 21m |
| Monroe Expressway | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| W. Cliff Martin Highway | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| US 74 BUS | 5.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
US 264
— 55.9 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Trail, NC and City of Greenville, NC.
1
Start on this road
83 ft
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8 sec
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this road
2
Turn right
28 ft
·
7 sec
3
Turn left onto South Indian Trail Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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South Indian Trail Road
4
Turn right onto Unionville Indian Trail Road West
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Unionville Indian Trail Road West
5
Merge onto US 74
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Independence Boulevard
6
Take the exit
433 ft
·
14 sec
7
Turn left onto Sardis Church Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Sardis Church Road
Use the left lane.
8
Enter roundabout onto West Unionville Indian Trail Road
101 ft
·
2 sec
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West Unionville Indian Trail Road
9
Continue on West Unionville Indian Trail Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Unionville Indian Trail Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto US 74 BYP
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Monroe Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 74
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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Carroll M. Edwards Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 74
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Marshville Boulevard
14
Continue on US 74
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Carroll M. Edwards Highway
15
Continue on US 74
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
W. Cliff Martin Highway
17
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Salisbury Street
18
Continue on US 52; US 74; NC 742
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Caswell Street
19
Continue on US 74
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 74 BUS
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn left onto West Green Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Green Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
43 mi
·
52 min
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Fayetteville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
24
Merge onto US 1
46 mi
·
52 min
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US 1
Use the straight lane.
25
Take the exit onto US 64
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 64
Exit 1A
Toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mount
Use the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto I 40; US 64
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Dan K Moore Freeway
27
Continue on I 40; US 64
3.2 mi
·
3 min
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Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 87; I 440; US 64
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64
17 mi
·
18 min
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I 87; US 64
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto US 264
56 mi
·
59 min
·
US 264
31
Turn straight onto Stantonsburg Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Stantonsburg Road
Toward Greenville, Downtown
32
Turn right onto West Arlington Boulevard
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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West Arlington Boulevard
33
Turn left onto South Evans Street
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
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South Evans Street
34
Arrive at destination
South Evans Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under 5 hours, this trip is easily completed in one day, so you have the flexibility to start whenever is most convenient. You'll encounter one planned stop, which is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 55.9-mile stretch on US 264, as it's your longest continuous segment. Planning to depart mid-morning could allow you to arrive in Greenville in the late afternoon, giving you time to settle in.
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 117.3 miles from Indian Trail, NC, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.3 miles or 2h 31m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Greenville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Indian Trail, 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 Indian Trail, NC
This is one driving day of about 234.5 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Indian Trail, 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 264 for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.3 miles from Indian Trail, 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 255 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 157.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
Take the ramp toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 74 Toll Bypass East: Rockingham
9
50 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
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US 74 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 74 BUS toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business East: Rockingham, Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 306
Toward I 73 North, I 74 West, US 74 Business Ea...
6
56.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 1 / Fayetteville Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 1 / Fayetteville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
146 mi into trip
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~3h 4m in
|
US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mount
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mou...
8
157.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
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I 87; US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64 toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
$36.67 one way
$73.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $40.10 | $80.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $43.40 | $86.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.77 | $103.55 |
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: 82 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.4 | 0 | $24.62 | $11.26 |
| Efficient EV | 58.6 | 0 | $20.52 | $9.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.8 | 1 | $32.83 | $15.01 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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.
Destination
City of Greenville, NC
Late night in City of Greenville on Sunday
Local time
12:58 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
6 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 43m 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?
This route features a 64% highway share, meaning you'll spend a significant portion of your drive on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.9 miles on US 264, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While primarily highway-focused, you will also navigate sections on US 1 and Fayetteville Road, which may offer a slightly different driving feel. Overall, expect a practical and efficient journey with limited deviations from major thoroughfares.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on US 264.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 264 and US 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 234.5 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 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 50 miles (US 74 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.3 miles (US 1 / Fayetteville Road): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Indian Trail, NC and City of Greenville, NC, road signs point toward Asheboro, Rocky Mount, Wilson and Greenville.
Asheboro
50 mi in
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~1h 9m
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via US 74 BUS
Rocky Mount
146 mi in
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~3h 4m
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via US 64
Wilson
157.2 mi in
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~3h 17m
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via I 87; US 64
Greenville
157.2 mi in
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~3h 17m
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via I 87; US 64
About the Cities
Starting in Indian Trail, NC
Full guide →The Charlotte Metro (also "Metrolina") is a region of North and South Carolina within and surrounding the city of Charlotte in the Piedmont of the Southeastern United States. The Charlotte metropolitan area is well known for its auto racing history (especially NASCAR). The region is headquarters to 8 Fortune 500 and 7 Fortune 1000 companies including Bank of America, Duke Energy, Sealed Air Corporation, Nucor Steel, and Lowe's Home Improvement Stores. Additional headquarters include Harris Teeter, Food Lion, and Cheerwine
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 43m. Total distance: 234.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on US 264. 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 City of 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 50 miles (US 74 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.3 miles (US 1 / Fayetteville Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at City of 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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