Long View, NC to Maine, NC is 205.7 miles and takes about 4h 27m via NC 53 and I 40, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within North Carolina, crossing the Southeast region. Expect a mix of highway cruising and surface road driving, making it a manageable one-day trip. With only one recommended stop, you'll have plenty of flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed. It's a straightforward drive for anyone looking to cover ground efficiently within the state.
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
102.9 miles from Long View, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NC 53
45.7 mi
1h 3m
Isaac Brooks Highway
43.4 mi
52m
I 40
32.5 mi
37m
North Bragg Boulevard
20.9 mi
29m
Sanford Bypass
12.1 mi
13m
Greensboro Urban Loop
11.5 mi
12m
Cedar Creek Road
10.8 mi
15m
Murchison Road
8.6 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
NC 53
— 45.7 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long View, NC and Maine, NC.
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Start on NC 11; NC 53
3.7 mi·5 min·NC 11; NC 53
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Continue on NC 53; NC 210
22 mi·30 min·NC 53; NC 210
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At end of road, turn left onto US 701; NC 41; NC 53
4.0 mi·5 min·US 701; NC 41; NC 53
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Turn right onto NC 53; NC 242
24 mi·32 min·NC 53; NC 242
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Continue on NC 53
11 mi·15 min·Cedar Creek Road
Use the straight lane.
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Turn left onto NC 24; NC 210
1.5 mi·3 min·Grove Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
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Continue on NC 24; NC 210
0.6 mi·1 min·Rowan Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
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Turn right onto NC 210
8.6 mi·13 min·Murchison Road
Use the right lane.
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Continue on NC 24; NC 87; NC 210
0.5 mi·49 sec·South Bragg Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto NC 24; NC 87
21 mi·29 min·North Bragg Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
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Keep slight left at fork onto NC 87 BYP
12 mi·13 min·Sanford Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on US 421
0.4 mi·28 sec·Boone Trail Road
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Continue on US 421
43 mi·52 min·Isaac Brooks Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit onto US 421
0.2 mi·27 sec·US 421
Exit 197Toward I 85, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Durham, CharlotteUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 421
0.8 mi·1 min·US 421
Toward I 85 South, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, CharlotteUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 85; US 421
4.8 mi·5 min·Greensboro Urban Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 73; US 421
6.7 mi·7 min·Greensboro Urban Loop
Exit 121Toward I 73 North, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, MartinsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 421
5.8 mi·6 min·US 421
Exit 103BToward I 40 West, US 421 North: Winston-SalemUse the slight left lane.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
32 mi·37 min·I 40
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, StatesvilleUse the slight left lane.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward Farmington Road
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Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
248 ft·7 sec·Farmington Road
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Continue on Farmington Road
0.1 mi·18 sec·Farmington Road
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Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
125 ft·3 sec·Farmington Road
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Continue on Farmington Road
0.3 mi·36 sec·Farmington Road
25
Turn right onto US 158
1.8 mi·2 min·US 158
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Turn left onto Oak Grove Church Road
48 ft·2 sec·Oak Grove Church Road
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Arrive at destination
Oak Grove Church Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 27m estimated drive time, leaving Long View in the morning will comfortably get you to Maine before evening. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, you could break it up. Plan your single stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or where you anticipate needing a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $37, and it's always wise to refuel before dipping too low, especially when transitioning from highway to surface roads where stations might be less frequent.
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 102.9 miles from Long View, NC, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.7 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 45 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.9 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 44m
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 Long View, 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 Long View, NC
This is one driving day of about 205.7 miles and 4h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Long View, 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 NC 53 for about 45.7 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 152.4 and 170.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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152.4 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|US 421
Take the exit onto US 421 toward I 85, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Durham, Charlotte
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 197
Toward I 85, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Durha...
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152.6 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|US 421
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421 toward I 85 South, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Charlotte
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 South, US 421 North: Winston-Salem,...
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158.2 mi into trip|~3h 32m in|I 73; US 421 / Greensboro Urban Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto I 73; US 421 / Greensboro Urban Loop toward I 73 North, US 421 North: Winston-Salem, Martinsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 121
Toward I 73 North, US 421 North: Winston-Salem,...
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164.9 mi into trip|~3h 40m in|US 421
Keep slight left at fork onto US 421 toward I 40 West, US 421 North: Winston-Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 103B
Toward I 40 West, US 421 North: Winston-Salem
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170.7 mi into trip|~3h 46m 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
$30.37 one way
$60.74 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.12
$33.37
$66.75
premium
$4.49
$36.38
$72.76
diesel
$4.80
$38.84
$77.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.7
0
$21.60
$9.87
Efficient EV
51.4
0
$18.00
$8.23
EV Truck/SUV
82.3
1
$28.80
$13.16
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Long View, NC
Late night
in Long View on Sunday
Local time
2:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
SW 5 to 8 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:33PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:28PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Destination
Maine, NC
Late night
in Maine on Sunday
Local time
2:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 3 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:33PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:28PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
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
4h 27m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Moores Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield
In the early morning hours of February 27, 1776, Loyalist forces charged across a partially dismantled Moores Creek Bridge. Beyond the bridge, nearly 1,000 North Carolina Patriots waited quietly with...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 46% of this 205.7-mile route is on highways. You'll encounter a 45.7-mile stretch on NC 53, which will likely feel like a more rural cruising experience. The remaining portion will be on interstates, offering higher speeds and more direct travel. Be prepared for frequent exits and potential merging traffic as you transition between different road types, especially as you approach the destination.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.7 mi on NC 53.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 152.4 miles in near US 421.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 205.7 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 152.4 miles (US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.6 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.2 miles (I 73; US 421 / Greensboro Urban Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
911 ft18 ft
Total Climb
927 ft
Total Descent
148 ft
Highest Point
911 ft
~176.3 mi in
Elevation Range
893 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Long View, NC and Maine, NC, road signs point toward Durham, Charlotte, Martinsville and Statesville.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 27m. Total distance: 205.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.7 miles on NC 53. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 152.4 miles (US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.6 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.2 miles (I 73; US 421 / Greensboro Urban Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Moores Creek National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Maine, NC, but most travelers stay overnight.
