Origin
Maine, NC
Late night in Maine on Sunday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maine, NC to Rutherford College, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
62 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maine, NC
Mohan Nannapaneni
Rutherford College, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
Maine, NC to Rutherford College, NC is 62 miles and takes about 1 hour 14 minutes via I 40, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within North Carolina, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on the interstate, making it an efficient choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. If you're looking for a quick transit between these two locations, this route is designed for that purpose, minimizing time on the road.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 56.6 mi | 1h 4m |
| Country Lane | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Malcolm Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Yadkinville Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 158 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Oak Grove Church Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 56.6 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maine, NC and Rutherford College, 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
57 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 113
Toward Rutherford College, Connelly Springs
8
Keep slight right at fork
191 ft
·
4 sec
9
Turn slight right onto Malcolm Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Malcolm Boulevard
10
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
53 sec
11
Turn left
217 ft
·
15 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.7 — 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
4
2.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 601 / Yadkinville Road
Turn right onto US 601 / Yadkinville Road
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.
6
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward Rutherford College, Connelly Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 113
Toward Rutherford College, Connelly Springs
5
60.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.70 one way
$19.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.60 | $21.20 |
| premium | $4.70 | $11.47 | $22.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Rutherford College, NC
Late night in Rutherford College on Sunday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Stony Point, NC
31 mi in
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
9 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 14m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey on major roads like I 40. You'll experience a significant stretch of 56.6 miles on I 40, indicating long periods of consistent highway driving. While the route includes brief segments on Country Lane and Malcolm Boulevard, the overwhelming character is that of an interstate cruise. Expect relatively fast travel speeds and a consistent driving experience for most of the 62 miles.
92% 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: 56.6 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Country Lane. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 158.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 158): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (US 601 / Yadkinville Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 62 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.6 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 2.8 miles (US 601 / Yadkinville Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rutherford College, 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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