La Grange to Fayetteville is 76.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 41 minutes via US 13 and US 70, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within North Carolina's Southeast region, offering a straightforward drive. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey, making it an efficient option for getting from point A to point B. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, direct connection between these two North Carolina towns without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.3 miles from La Grange, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 13
25.6 mi
35m
US 70
14.8 mi
18m
Fayetteville Highway
9.2 mi
10m
Newton Grove Highway
7.8 mi
10m
Goldsboro Road
7.2 mi
8m
I 95 Business
5.6 mi
7m
I 95
2.6 mi
2m
South Caswell Street
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 13
— 25.6 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Grange, NC and Fayetteville, NC.
1
Start on NC 903
1.3 mi·2 min·South Caswell Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
3
Merge onto US 70
1.3 mi·1 min·US 70
4
Take the exit onto US 70
7.7 mi·10 min·US 70
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70; NC 111
5.7 mi·6 min·US 70; NC 111
6
Continue on US 13; US 117 Connector
5.7 mi·6 min·US 13; US 117 Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 13
20 mi·28 min·US 13
8
Enter roundabout onto US 13
290 ft·7 sec·Fayetteville Street
9
Continue on US 13
0.7 mi·1 min·Fayetteville Street
10
Continue on US 13
7.8 mi·10 min·Newton Grove Highway
11
Merge onto US 13
9.2 mi·10 min·Fayetteville Highway
12
Continue on US 13
6.9 mi·8 min·Goldsboro Road
13
Turn left onto US 13
108 ft·2 sec·US 13
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 13
0.3 mi·30 sec·Goldsboro Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 South: Fayetteville, LumbertonUse the right lane.
16
Merge onto I 95
2.6 mi·2 min·I 95
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 Business
5.6 mi·7 min·I 95 Business
Exit 56Toward I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope AFBUse the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto NC 24; NC 210
0.2 mi·30 sec·Grove Street
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto B Street
0.3 mi·34 sec·B Street
Use the left lane.
20
Enter roundabout onto Person Street
8 ft·0 sec·Person Street
21
Continue on Person Street
0.3 mi·28 sec·Person Street
22
Continue on Person Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Person Street
23
Enter roundabout onto Market Square
155 ft·2 sec·Market Square
24
Arrive at destination
Market Square
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour and a half, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering plenty of flexibility for departure times. You'll want to budget around $12 for fuel, and with no specific stops noted, you can make the journey directly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, as the longest stretch without a town is over 25 miles. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic will ensure the smoothest drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.3 miles from La Grange, NC, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.6 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fayetteville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving La Grange, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from La Grange, NC
This is one driving day of about 76.6 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from La Grange, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 13 for about 25.6 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 66.7 and 76.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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66.7 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|US 13 / Goldsboro Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 13 / Goldsboro Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
67 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Fayetteville, Lumberton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Fayetteville, Lumberton
9
69.9 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|I 95 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95 Business toward I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope AFB
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 56
Toward I 95 Business South, US 301: Fayettevill...
6
75.7 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|B Street
Turn left onto B Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
76.3 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|Person Street
Enter roundabout onto Person Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.98 one way
$23.96 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.34
$13.10
$26.19
premium
$4.70
$14.18
$28.35
diesel
$5.61
$16.91
$33.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23
0
$8.04
$3.68
Efficient EV
19.2
0
$6.70
$3.06
EV Truck/SUV
30.6
0
$10.72
$4.90
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
La Grange, NC
Morning
in La Grange on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fayetteville, NC
Morning
in Fayetteville on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Strickland Crossroads, NC
38 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
5 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
1h 41m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 63% of the route utilizing major highways like US 13 and US 70. You'll encounter some stretches that feel like Fayetteville Highway, maintaining a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch on US 13 spans 25.6 miles, providing a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While not a winding scenic byway, it offers a predictable driving experience suitable for making good time.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.6 mi on US 13.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 13 and US 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 66.7 miles in near US 13 / Goldsboro Road.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 66.7 miles (US 13 / Goldsboro Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (I 95 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between La Grange, NC and Fayetteville, NC, road signs point toward Lumberton, Fort Bragg and Pope Afb.
Fayetteville is a city in Cumberland County, in the western part of the North Carolina Coastal Plain region. It is the county seat of Cumberland County, and is best known as the home of Fort Bragg/Liberty/Bragg (the name of which changed thrice in as many years,) a major U.S. Army installation northwest of the city.
Fayetteville has received the prestigious All-America City Award from the National Civic League three times. According to the 2020 United States Census estimate, the city has a population of 208,501. It ranks as the sixth-largest municipality in North Carolina.
With an estimated population of 529,252, the Fayetteville metropolitan area is the largest in southeastern North Carolina, and the fifth-largest in the state.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 76.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.6 miles on US 13. 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 Fayetteville, 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 66.7 miles (US 13 / Goldsboro Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.9 miles (I 95 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fayetteville, NC before heading back.
