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Trip from Moyock, NC to West Raleigh, NC

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 50m

Distance

174.3 mi

280 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 38m ★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 57m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Moyock, NC

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West Raleigh, NC

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Trip Overview

This 188.6-mile journey from Moyock, NC, to West Raleigh, NC, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 6 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, this route offers a straightforward drive. You'll primarily navigate local roads, suggesting a more intimate and less hurried experience than a highway-heavy trip. The drive stays within North Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a manageable distance for a day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace and a single planned stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

87.1 miles from Moyock, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 64 43.8 mi 46m
US 158 30.4 mi 34m
I 95 14.4 mi 15m
NC 561 13.9 mi 19m
US 13 11.4 mi 13m
Thirteen Bridges Road 10.9 mi 15m
South Main Street 8.7 mi 12m
South Mills Road 4.9 mi 7m
Longest stretch: US 64 — 43.8 mi, about 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Moyock, NC and West Raleigh, NC.

1

Start on NC 168

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Caratoke Highway
2

Turn left onto South Mills Road

4.9 mi · 7 min · South Mills Road
3

Continue on Old Swamp Road

4.7 mi · 11 min · Old Swamp Road
4

Turn right onto Bunker Hill Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · Bunker Hill Road
5

At end of road, turn right onto NC 343

0.6 mi · 1 min · NC Highway 343 South
6

Keep slight left at fork onto Main Street

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Main Street
7

Keep slight left at fork onto Main Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
8

Take the ramp onto US 17 BUS

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 17 BUS
9

Turn sharp right onto US 158

30 mi · 34 min · US 158
10

At end of road, turn left onto US 13

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 13
11

Turn straight onto US 13; US 158

8.2 mi · 9 min · US 13; US 158
12

Continue on US 13; NC 461

2.3 mi · 2 min · US 13; NC 461
13

Continue on NC 11

3.1 mi · 4 min · Short Cut Road
14

Turn right onto NC 561

4.0 mi · 6 min · Saint Johns Highway
15

Turn left onto NC 561

12 mi · 16 min · NC 561
16

Turn slight left onto NC 561

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Short Street
17

Turn slight left onto US 258; NC 561

8.7 mi · 12 min · South Main Street
18

Turn right

301 ft · 5 sec
19

Turn straight onto NC 561

2.2 mi · 2 min · NC 561
20

Turn left onto Moonlight Road

4.5 mi · 6 min · Moonlight Road
21

Continue on Thirteen Bridges Road

11 mi · 15 min · Thirteen Bridges Road
22

Continue on Whitaker Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Whitaker Street
23

Turn right onto NC 481 Business

0.3 mi · 55 sec · Whitfield Street
24

Turn straight onto NC 481 Business

1.2 mi · 2 min · Glenview Road
25

At end of road, turn right onto NC 481

4.3 mi · 6 min · NC 481
26

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 19 sec
27

Merge onto I 95

14 mi · 15 min · I 95
28

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 138 Toward US 64: Nashville, Rocky Mount, Raleigh
29

Keep slight right at fork

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward US 64 West: Nashville, Raleigh
30

Merge onto US 64

44 mi · 46 min · US 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 43 sec
Exit 3 Toward I-440 West, To US 1, US 64 Business East: Wake Forest Use the slight right lane.
32

Merge onto I 440

0.7 mi · 53 sec · I 440
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward Downtown, New Bern Ave Use the right lane.
34

Turn straight onto US 64 Business

2.6 mi · 4 min · New Bern Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
35

Continue on East Edenton Street

1.5 mi · 3 min · East Edenton Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
36

Continue on Hillsborough Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Hillsborough Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
37

Enter roundabout onto Hillsborough Street

38 ft · 0 sec · Hillsborough Street
38

Continue on Hillsborough Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Hillsborough Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
39

Enter roundabout onto Hillsborough Street

84 ft · 2 sec · Hillsborough Street
40

Continue on Hillsborough Street

503 ft · 14 sec · Hillsborough Street
41

Turn right onto Enterprise Street

44 ft · 1 sec · Enterprise Street
42

Arrive at destination

Enterprise Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 6-minute duration, departing Moyock, NC, in the morning will comfortably get you to West Raleigh, NC, by midday. With only one stop recommended and no long highway stretches, you have the flexibility to depart when you're ready. The estimated fuel cost of $30 for 188.6 miles is reasonable, but it’s always wise to start with a full tank. Pay close attention to your navigation, especially on the local roads like Old Swamp Road, as the 'turn-heavy' profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.1 miles from Moyock, NC, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.8 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 38 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 87.1 miles or 2h 1m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 10m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Raleigh, NC than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Moyock, 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 Moyock, NC

This is one driving day of about 174.3 miles and 3h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Moyock, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 43.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Enfield, NC

87 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

Ahoskie, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Roanoke Rapids, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 87.1 miles from Moyock, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Claudine's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Rich Square, North Carolina

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 1h 39m in / 2h 11m to go 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12525392266

Sosta Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Raleigh, North Carolina

1.7 mi

Farmhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wendell, North Carolina

2.4 mi

Claudine's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Rich Square, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12525392266

Sosta Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19198331006

Visit website

Farmhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Wendell, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+19193747227

Visit website

Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+19198599990

Visit website

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12524435094

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Aulander, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Ahoskie, North Carolina

+18887518560

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Rich Square, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Destination Charger

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Nashville, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12524590092

Visit website

Nature Research Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19197079800

Visit website

Lake Johnson Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+19199963141

Visit website

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 12–8 pm

+19199484450

Visit website

Turnipseed Nature Preserve - Hunt Valley Trail Entrance

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Wendell, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+19196049326

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 11.2 and 168.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
11.2 mi into trip | ~22m in | NC 343 / NC Highway 343 South

At end of road, turn right onto NC 343 / NC Highway 343 South

Navigation decision point

6
122.5 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Take the exit toward US 64: Nashville, Rocky Mount, Raleigh

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 138 Toward US 64: Nashville, Rocky Mount, Raleigh
6
122.8 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 64 West: Nashville, Raleigh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 64 West: Nashville, Raleigh
8
167.6 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in

Take the exit toward I-440 West, To US 1, US 64 Business East: Wake Forest

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 3 Toward I-440 West, To US 1, US 64 Business East...
7
168.8 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in

Take the exit toward Downtown, New Bern Ave

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward Downtown, New Bern Ave

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.26 one way

$54.51 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $29.80 $59.61
premium $4.70 $32.26 $64.52
diesel $5.61 $38.48 $76.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.3 0 $18.30 $8.37
Efficient EV 43.6 0 $15.25 $6.97
EV Truck/SUV 69.7 0 $24.40 $11.16

Gas CO2

61 kg

EV CO2

20 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 Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Moyock, NC

Late night in Moyock on Tuesday

Local time

5:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Raleigh, NC

Late night in West Raleigh on Tuesday

Local time

5:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Partly Cloudy

0 mph 0% chance Live forecast

53°F

Enfield, NC

87 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

12 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

3h 50m 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 turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 188.6-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'profile' suggests frequent navigation changes rather than long, straightaways. This means you'll likely be engaging with the road more actively, making it feel like a genuine exploration rather than a simple transit. The journey on South Mills Road, Old Swamp Road, and Bunker Hill Road will require your attention, offering a consistent local road feel throughout.

69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.8 mi on US 64.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and US 158. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.2 miles in near NC 343 / NC Highway 343 South.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 174.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 11.2 miles (NC 343 / NC Highway 343 South): Navigation decision point; at 122.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Moyock, NC and West Raleigh, NC, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Raleigh.

Rocky Mount

122.5 mi in | ~2h 47m

Raleigh

122.5 mi in | ~2h 47m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 174.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 43.8 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 West Raleigh, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 11.2 miles (NC 343 / NC Highway 343 South): Navigation decision point; at 122.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at West Raleigh, NC, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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