Origin
Madison, NC
Late night in Madison on Tuesday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, NC to Greensboro, NC
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, NC
Josh Sorenson
Trip Overview
Madison, NC to Greensboro, NC is 25 miles and takes about 39 minutes via US 220 and I-73, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within North Carolina, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it an easy option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two locations. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing ample time for activities at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 220 | 18.3 mi | 29m |
| I 73 | 4 mi | 4m |
| East Academy Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Smith Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Spring Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Market Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 220
— 18.3 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, NC and Greensboro, NC.
1
Start on US 220 Business; NC 704
23 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Market Street
2
Turn left onto US 311; US 220 Business; NC 704
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Academy Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
4
Merge onto US 220
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 220
Use the straight lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 220
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
US 220
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 220
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 220
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 73; US 220
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 73; US 220
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 220
12 mi
·
21 min
·
US 220
Exit 119
Toward US 220 South: Greensboro
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on West Smith Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Smith Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Spring Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Spring Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto West Market Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Market Street
12
Arrive at destination
West Market Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 220
Merge onto US 220
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
6.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 220
Keep slight right at fork onto US 220
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 220
Keep slight right at fork onto US 220
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
11.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 220
Keep slight right at fork onto US 220 toward US 220 South: Greensboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 119
Toward US 220 South: Greensboro
6
24.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
North Spring Street
Turn right onto North Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.91 one way
$7.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.27 | $8.55 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.63 | $9.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 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 | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
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
Greensboro, NC
Late night in Greensboro on Tuesday
Local time
4:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
23 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
39m 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?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 89% of the journey utilizing major roads. You'll spend most of your time on US 220 and I-73, experiencing a consistent flow of traffic. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.3 miles on US 220, offering a continuous highway experience before you transition towards your destination on East Academy Street. Expect a modern, efficient drive, characteristic of well-maintained interstate and US highway systems in the region.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.3 mi on US 220.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 220 and I 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near US 220.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 25 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (US 220): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 7 miles (US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Starting in Madison, NC
Full guide →Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. As the anchor of the Greater Madison Area, it is home to the University of Wisconsin — Madison, one of the premier universities in the United States. It is a vibrant city known for its natural beauty, vibrant cultural scene, and academic excellence. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring the city's many museums and art galleries. The city is also known for its diverse and delicious food options.
Arriving in Greensboro, NC
Full guide →Greensboro is a city of almost 300,000 people (2020) in North Carolina. It is named after Nathanael Greene, a Patriot general who fought a battle here during the Revolutionary War. It's nicknamed the "Gate City" for its historical role as a transportation hub for the Piedmont. The famous author William Sydney Porter, better known as O. Henry, was born here. It can be sleepy and genteel but is enjoying a newfound reputation as a great place for young people. Downtown especially is experiencing a surfeit of bars, music venues and restaurants. Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point are the three cities that make up the Piedmont Triad, halfway between Raleigh and Charlotte.
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 39m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.3 miles on US 220. 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 Greensboro, 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 1.5 miles (US 220): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 7 miles (US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greensboro, 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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