Origin
Maine, NC
Morning in Maine on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maine, NC to Dallas, 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
1h 34m
Distance
73.3 mi
118 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maine, NC
Mohan Nannapaneni
Dallas, NC
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Trip Overview
Maine, NC to Dallas, NC is 73.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 34 minutes via I 40, US 321, and Northwest Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within North Carolina, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a drive that's predominantly highway, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. It's a good option if you're looking for a quick, no-fuss trip between these two points, perfect for a single day's travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.7 miles from Maine, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 36.3 mi | 41m |
| US 321 | 20 mi | 23m |
| Northwest Boulevard | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Country Lane | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Rome Jones Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Rock Barn Road Northeast | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| US 70 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Sigmon Dairy Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 36.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maine, NC and Dallas, NC.
1
Start on Oak Grove Church Road
48 ft
·
8 sec
·
Oak Grove Church Road
2
Turn left onto US 158
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 158
3
Turn right onto Country Lane
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Country Lane
4
Turn right onto US 601
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Yadkinville Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
36 mi
·
41 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 133
Toward Rock Barn Road
8
Turn left onto Rockbarn Road
498 ft
·
9 sec
·
Rockbarn Road
9
Continue on Rock Barn Road Northeast
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Rock Barn Road Northeast
10
Continue on Rockbarn Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Rockbarn Road
11
Continue on 7th Avenue Northeast
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
7th Avenue Northeast
12
Continue on US 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 70
13
Turn left onto US 321 Business
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Northwest Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Rome Jones Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Rome Jones Road
15
Continue on Sigmon Dairy Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sigmon Dairy Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto West Maiden Road
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Maiden Road
17
Turn left onto Startown Road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Startown Road
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
19
Merge onto US 321
20 mi
·
23 min
·
US 321
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 12
Toward NC 275, NC 279: Dallas, Cherryville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn left onto NC 275; NC 279
449 ft
·
11 sec
·
Dallas Cherryville Highway
22
Continue on NC 275; NC 279
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Trade Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
NC 275; NC 279
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over 1.5 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you have the flexibility to leave whenever is most convenient. Aim to depart mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic on I 40 as you get closer to Dallas. With only one major highway stretch, fuel stops are unlikely to be a concern, but it's always wise to check your fuel level before setting off. As you transition from I 40 to US 321 and Northwest Boulevard, pay close attention to speed limit changes.
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 36.7 miles from Maine, NC, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.3 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 16 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.7 miles or 43m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Maine, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maine, NC
This is one driving day of about 73.3 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Maine, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 36.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.7 miles from Maine, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 72.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 158
Turn left onto US 158
Navigation decision point
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
40.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward Rock Barn Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 133
Toward Rock Barn Road
5
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
8
72.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward NC 275, NC 279: Dallas, Cherryville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward NC 275, NC 279: Dallas, Cherryville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.46 one way
$22.93 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $12.53 | $25.07 |
| premium | $4.70 | $13.57 | $27.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.18 | $32.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.26 | $4.69 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Dallas, NC
Morning in Dallas on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Newton, NC
37 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
19 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 34m 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 focused on highway travel, with 79% of the route utilizing major roads like I 40. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving for up to 36.3 miles on I 40, which provides a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of US 321 and Northwest Boulevard suggests a shift towards more local road conditions as you approach your destination. Prepare for a route that balances efficient interstate speeds with a transition to more town-centric driving.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 321. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 158.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.3 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (US 158): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Arriving in Dallas, NC
Full guide →Dallas, with a population of more than 1.3 million residents, is the ninth largest city in the United States and the third largest in the state of Texas. It is an impressive melting pot of culture and character. Boasting high-end luxury hotels, innumerable fine dining spots, and one of the busiest airports in the world, Dallas maintains an upscale ethos reflected by an affluent population, world-class museums, and a shimmering modern skyline. Its history was marred by the infamous assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, but there is more historic and contemporary heritage to be discovered in the city. As a center of the oil and cotton industries in the late 1800s and early 1900s, Dallas was a classic American boom town and remains one of the fastest growing cities in the nation.
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 1h 34m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.3 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (US 158): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dallas, 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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