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Trip from Kitty Hawk, NC to Maine, NC

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

Drive Time

6h 36m

Distance

323.5 mi

521 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
6h 24m ★
6 AM
6h 36m
8 AM
7h 1m
10 AM
6h 45m
12 PM
6h 42m
3 PM
6h 46m
5 PM
6h 59m
8 PM
6h 29m

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

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Downtown Kitty Hawk, NC, NC

Kitty Hawk, NC

Chris F

Downtown Maine, NC, NC

Maine, NC

Mohan Nannapaneni

Trip Overview

This 323.5-mile journey from Kitty Hawk to Maine, North Carolina, is designed for a single, focused day of driving, taking approximately 6 hours and 36 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 64, US 13, and I-40, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of the drive on faster roads. Expect a fuel cost of around $51 for this trip. As both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you won't be crossing major geographical boundaries, keeping the landscape relatively consistent. This is a straightforward drive, ideal for reaching your destination efficiently.

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

161.8 miles from Kitty Hawk, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 64 67.3 mi 1h 27m
US 13 58.3 mi 1h 3m
I 40 52.7 mi 1h 1m
I 85 42.3 mi 48m
US 64 Bypass 27.8 mi 29m
Washington Baum Bridge 20.7 mi 27m
Northern Wake Expressway 15.4 mi 16m
North Croatan Highway 12.3 mi 20m
Longest stretch: US 64 — 67.3 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kitty Hawk, NC and Maine, NC.

1

Start on Elijah Baum Road

37 ft · 5 sec · Elijah Baum Road
2

Turn right onto West Kitty Hawk Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Kitty Hawk Road
3

Turn right onto US 158

12 mi · 20 min · North Croatan Highway
4

Continue on US 64

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Virginia Dare Trail
5

Continue on US 64

21 mi · 27 min · Washington Baum Bridge
6

Keep slight left at fork onto US 64

67 mi · 1 hr 27 min · US 64
Use the straight lane.
7

Turn left onto US 13; US 17

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 13; US 17
8

Continue on US 13; US 64

57 mi · 1 hr 1 min · US 13; US 64
9

Continue on US 64 Bypass

28 mi · 29 min · US 64 Bypass
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 14 Toward Rolesville Road
11

Keep slight right at fork

309 ft · 7 sec
Exit 14 Toward Rolesville Road
12

Turn right onto Rolesville Road

2.4 mi · 4 min · Rolesville Road
13

Turn sharp left onto Marks Creek Road

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Marks Creek Road
14

Turn right onto Horton Road

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Horton Road
15

Turn right onto Buffaloe Road

3.8 mi · 6 min · Buffaloe Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 23 sec
17

Merge onto I 540

15 mi · 16 min · Northern Wake Expressway
Use the straight lane.
18

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward US 70 West: Durham Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Merge onto US 70

1.9 mi · 2 min · Glenwood Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20

Continue on US 70

2.5 mi · 3 min · New Raleigh Highway
21

Continue on US 70

9.3 mi · 12 min · South Miami Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
22

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85; US 70

42 mi · 48 min · I 85; US 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

7.7 mi · 9 min · I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
24

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220

13 mi · 15 min · I 40; US 220
Use the straight lane.
25

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

32 mi · 37 min · I 40
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville Use the slight left lane.
26

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward Farmington Road
27

Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road

248 ft · 7 sec · Farmington Road
28

Continue on Farmington Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Farmington Road
29

Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road

125 ft · 3 sec · Farmington Road
30

Continue on Farmington Road

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Farmington Road
31

Turn right onto US 158

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 158
32

Turn left onto Oak Grove Church Road

48 ft · 2 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
33

Arrive at destination

Oak Grove Church Road

Trip Plan

With a duration of 6 hours and 36 minutes, this drive is comfortably achievable in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample time for your 323.5-mile journey and any brief stops you might need. The longest stretch without a major road change is 67.3 miles on US 64, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before embarking on this segment. Considering the estimated $51 fuel cost, ensure your tank is full before leaving Kitty Hawk. This route's highway focus means most services will be readily available at exits along US 13 and I-40.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.8 miles from Kitty Hawk, NC, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.3 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 71 miles or 1h 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 161.8 miles or 3h 23m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 26m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kitty Hawk, 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 Kitty Hawk, NC

This is one driving day of about 323.5 miles and 6h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Kitty Hawk, 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 64 for about 67.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Pine Level, NC, NC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pine Level, NC

162 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

Plymouth, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rocky Mount, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 161.8 miles from Kitty Hawk, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.3 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.

West End Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 300.4

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13367234774

Visit website

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 208

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+19197831883

Visit website

The Piper's Restaurant and Tavern

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 208

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+19196767413

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 254.2

Graham, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 254.2

Burlington, North Carolina

EVgo Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 208

Raleigh, North Carolina

+18774943833

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 254.2

Graham, North Carolina

+13132626722

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 254.2

Burlington, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13365840201

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 254.2

Haw River, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 254.2

Graham, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 254.2

Graham, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Children's Museum of Alamance County

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 254.2

Graham, North Carolina

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13362287997

Visit website

Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 277.3

Greensboro, North Carolina

+13368529721

Visit website

Lake Lynn Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 208

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19199962911

Visit website

Safari Nation Winston-Salem

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 300.4

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13365233355

Visit website

ICY RICH GIRLS MUSEUM

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 277.3

Greensboro, North Carolina

Hours: 5–10 pm

+13369474244

Visit website

Graham Regional Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 254.2

Haw River, North Carolina

+13365706718

Visit website

Xtreme Park Adventures

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 208

Durham, North Carolina

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19195966100

Visit website

Elizabethan Gardens

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 23.1

Manteo, North Carolina

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12524733234

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 35.2 and 288.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
35.2 mi into trip | ~51m in | US 64

Keep slight left at fork onto US 64

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
188.8 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Rolesville Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 14 Toward Rolesville Road
6
211.7 mi into trip | ~4h 21m in

Take the exit toward US 70 West: Durham

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 70 West: Durham
6
225.9 mi into trip | ~4h 41m in | I 85; US 70

Keep slight left at fork onto I 85; US 70

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
288.5 mi into trip | ~5h 55m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville

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

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$50.59 one way

$101.18 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 113 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $55.31 $110.63
premium $4.70 $59.87 $119.75
diesel $5.61 $71.42 $142.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$51

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$76–$101

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 113.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 97.1 1 $33.97 $15.53
Efficient EV 80.9 0 $28.31 $12.94
EV Truck/SUV 129.4 1 $45.29 $20.70

Gas CO2

113 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Kitty Hawk, NC

Night in Kitty Hawk on Saturday

Local time

9:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Maine, NC

Night in Maine on Saturday

Local time

9:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Pine Level, NC

162 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

1 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

6h 36m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Wright Brothers National Memorial

Wright Brothers National Memorial

National Memorial

Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane fli...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a highway-centric experience on this route, with 82% of your travel time spent on faster roads like US 64, US 13, and I-40. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 67.3 miles, primarily on US 64, offering a substantial period of consistent travel. While largely a highway drive, transitions between these main arteries will shape the overall feel, offering a mix of open road speeds and potentially more varied conditions as you navigate between them. This route prioritizes efficient movement over extensive scenic detours.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.3 mi on US 64.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and US 13. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.2 miles in near US 64.

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 21 significant decision points across 323.5 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 35.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 211.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

On the drive from Kitty Hawk, NC to Maine, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Statesville along the way.

Statesville

288.5 mi in | ~5h 55m | via I 40

About the Cities

Starting in Kitty Hawk, NC

Full guide →

Kitty Hawk, located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, consists of a thriving village that has been around for generations, a newer beach community of residential cottages, and a maritime forest called Kitty Hawk Woods which features a wide variety of plant and animal life.

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 6h 36m. Total distance: 323.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 36m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 67.3 miles on US 64. 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 Maine, 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 35.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 211.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Wright Brothers National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Maine, NC before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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