Origin
Mount Pleasant, NC
Morning in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, 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
1h 29m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Mount Pleasant to Greensboro, you can expect a straightforward 69.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to handle in one go without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via NC 49, I-73, and Freeman Mill Road. With an estimated fuel cost of only $11, this is an economical way to travel across the Southeast. Because the drive is efficient and direct, it serves as a practical connection between these two North Carolina locations for commuters or travelers alike.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 49 | 40.1 mi | 52m |
| I 73 | 24.1 mi | 27m |
| Freeman Mill Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Albemarle Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Edgeworth Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Franklin Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NC 49
— 40.1 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, NC and Greensboro, NC.
1
Start on NC 73
135 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Franklin Street
2
Turn sharp left onto North Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto NC 49
40 mi
·
52 min
·
NC 49
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on Albemarle Road
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Albemarle Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
6
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
I 73; I 74; US 220
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 73; US 220
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 73; US 220
Toward I 73 North, US 220 North: Greensboro
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on Freeman Mill Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Freeman Mill Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn straight onto Freeman Mill Road
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Freeman Mill Road
10
Continue on South Edgeworth Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Edgeworth Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto West Market Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Market Street
Use the right lane.
12
Arrive at destination
West Market Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Mount Pleasant, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 68.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn sharp left onto North Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NC 49
Turn right onto NC 49
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
41.6 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge onto I 73; I 74; US 220
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
48 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
I 73; US 220
Keep slight left at fork onto I 73; US 220 toward I 73 North, US 220 North: Greensboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 73 North, US 220 North: Greensboro
7
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
West Market Street
Turn right onto West Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.81 one way
$21.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $11.82 | $23.63 |
| premium | $4.70 | $12.79 | $25.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.26 | $30.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Morning in Greensboro on Tuesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 3 to 12 mph
2% chance
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
12 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
1h 29m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 93% of this 69.1-mile route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend a significant portion of your time on NC 49, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 40.1 miles. The road’s personality is defined by consistent momentum, transitioning from local highway driving into the more structured environment of the interstate. While it lacks technical, winding sections, the drive provides a steady pace that allows you to cover the distance quickly. You will find that the shift from the rural feel of the origin to the urban approach of Greensboro is seamless due to the heavy highway concentration.
93% 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: 40.1 mi on NC 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NC 49 and I 73. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
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 29m drive. You will face about 6 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 (North Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.8 miles (NC 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.6 miles (I 73; I 74; US 220): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
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 1h 29m. Total distance: 69.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.1 miles on NC 49. 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 (North Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.8 miles (NC 49): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.6 miles (I 73; I 74; US 220): 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 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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