Maine, NC to Pinebluff, NC is 102.4 miles and takes about 2h 20m via US 64 and I 73, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within North Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a relatively short drive, primarily on highways, making it a straightforward option for a quick trip. You can expect a practical, no-frills route that gets you from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this if you need a simple transit between these two NC locations without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.2 miles from Maine, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
28.8 mi
38m
I 73
25 mi
27m
Lexington Road
17.4 mi
24m
NC 211
17.1 mi
25m
Beulah Hill Road North
6.8 mi
11m
South Sandhills Boulevard
3 mi
3m
US 158
2.4 mi
4m
Railroad Street
0.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 28.8 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maine, NC and Pinebluff, NC.
1
Start on Oak Grove Church Road
48 ft·8 sec·Oak Grove Church Road
2
Turn left onto US 158
2.4 mi·4 min·US 158
3
Turn left onto Poplar Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·Poplar Street
4
Continue on Railroad Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Railroad Street
5
Turn left onto East Depot Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·East Depot Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 64
17 mi·24 min·Lexington Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit onto US 64
1.7 mi·2 min·US 64
Toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 64 East, US 70 EastUse the left lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
27 mi·36 min·US 64
Toward US 64 East: AsheboroUse the left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 344AToward I 73 South, I 74 East, US 220 South: Rockingham
10
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
25 mi·27 min·I 73; I 74; US 220
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
12
Turn left onto NC 211
17 mi·25 min·NC 211
13
Turn right onto NC 5
6.8 mi·11 min·Beulah Hill Road North
14
Turn right onto US 1; US 15; US 501; NC 211
3.0 mi·3 min·South Sandhills Boulevard
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Arrive at destination
US 1
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 20m duration, this is easily a same-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight. With a fuel cost estimated around $16, keep an eye on your gauge, especially before heading out. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 28.8 miles on US 64, so plan your last fuel stop before entering that segment if needed. There are no specific required stops noted, so you can decide on breaks based on your comfort level.
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 51.2 miles from Maine, NC, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.8 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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 1h 13m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pinebluff, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maine, 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 Maine, NC
This is one driving day of about 102.4 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Maine, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 28.8 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 49.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 158
Turn left onto US 158
Navigation decision point
6
3.1 mi into trip|~6m in|US 64 / Lexington Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 64 / Lexington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
20.6 mi into trip|~31m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 64 East, US 70 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 85 Business North, US 29 North, US 64...
7
22.3 mi into trip|~33m in|US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 East: Asheboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 64 East: Asheboro
6
49.4 mi into trip|~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 73 South, I 74 East, US 220 South: Rockingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 344A
Toward I 73 South, I 74 East, US 220 South: Roc...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.29 one way
$32.57 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$17.76
$35.52
premium
$4.78
$19.27
$38.53
diesel
$5.35
$21.57
$43.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.7
0
$10.75
$4.92
Efficient EV
25.6
0
$8.96
$4.10
EV Truck/SUV
41
0
$14.34
$6.55
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 May 9, 2026
Origin
Maine, NC
Afternoon
in Maine on Wednesday
Local time
3:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
S 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Pinebluff, NC
Afternoon
in Pinebluff on Wednesday
Local time
3:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 2 mph3% chanceLive forecast
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
2 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
2h 20m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 route is mostly highway, with 72% of the 102.4 miles on the interstate. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 28.8 miles on US 64. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface roads for the remainder of the trip, likely noticing denser exits and increased local traffic as you approach your destination. Expect a mix of high-speed travel and more typical road conditions.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.8 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 73. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 158.
Driving Effort6/10
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 102.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 3.1 miles (US 64 / Lexington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
801 ft418 ft
Total Climb
339 ft
Total Descent
718 ft
Highest Point
801 ft
~29.3 mi in
Elevation Range
383 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 102.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.8 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 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 Pinebluff, 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. There are 3 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 158): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (US 64 / Lexington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Pinebluff, NC before heading back.
