Trip from Newton, NC to City of Greenville, NC

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 51m

Distance

250.8 mi

404 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

29 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 38m ★

6 AM

4h 52m

8 AM

5h 19m

10 AM

5h 1m

12 PM

4h 58m

3 PM

5h 2m

5 PM

5h 17m

8 PM

4h 44m

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

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city in Catawba County, North Carolina, United States

Newton, NC

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City of Greenville, NC

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 250.8-mile journey from Newton, NC, to the City of Greenville, NC, a trip that will take approximately 4 hours and 51 minutes. This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of the route utilizing major roads like I-40, US-264, and I-87. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Budget around $39 for fuel, and anticipate only one recommended stop along the way. The experience is a straightforward highway drive through the Southeast region of North Carolina.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

125.4 miles from Newton, NC

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	155 mi	2h 58m
US 264	55.9 mi	59m
I 87	16.8 mi	17m
I 440	9.2 mi	11m
Wade Avenue	3.1 mi	3m
West Arlington Boulevard	2.4 mi	4m
Stantonsburg Road	1.5 mi	2m
Northwest Boulevard	1.3 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 155 mi, about 2h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newton, NC and City of Greenville, NC.

Start on NC 16 BUS

105 ft · 4 sec · North Main Avenue

Turn left onto West 8th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West 8th Street

Turn right onto North Frye Avenue

0.5 mi · 59 sec · North Frye Avenue

Turn left onto West 15th Street

440 ft · 21 sec · West 15th Street

Turn right onto US 321 Business

1.3 mi · 2 min · Northwest Boulevard

Turn right onto US 70

1.0 mi · 1 min · Conover Boulevard West

Continue on 7th Avenue Northeast

0.5 mi · 45 sec · 7th Avenue Northeast

Continue on Rockbarn Road

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Rockbarn Road

Continue on Rock Barn Road Northeast

1.0 mi · 1 min · Rock Barn Road Northeast

Turn right

340 ft · 9 sec

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Merge onto I 40

78 mi · 1 hr 28 min · I 40

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

7.8 mi · 9 min · I 40

Toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 40; US 29; US 220

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 40; US 29; US 220

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

37 mi · 42 min · I 40

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

30 mi · 34 min · I 40

Toward I 40 East: Raleigh Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728

3.1 mi · 3 min · Wade Avenue

Exit 289 Toward Wade Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 440 East, US 1 North: Wake Forest

Merge onto I 440; US 1

9.2 mi · 11 min · I 440; US 1

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 57 sec

Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 87; US 64; US 264

17 mi · 17 min · I 87; US 64; US 264

Keep slight right at fork onto US 264

56 mi · 59 min · US 264

Turn straight onto Stantonsburg Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · Stantonsburg Road

Toward Greenville, Downtown

Turn right onto West Arlington Boulevard

2.4 mi · 4 min · West Arlington Boulevard

Turn left onto South Evans Street

0.4 mi · 35 sec · South Evans Street

Arrive at destination

South Evans Street

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 51-minute drive covering 250.8 miles, consider an early morning departure from Newton, NC, to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $39, pacing yourself on I-40, US-264, and I-87 is key. The longest stretch of 155 miles on I-40 means you'll want to ensure you're fueled up and comfortable before embarking on that segment. Since this is a straightforward, highway-focused trip, you have flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed.

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 125.4 miles from Newton, NC, or about 2h 28m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 155 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 55 miles or 1h 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 125.4 miles or 2h 28m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Newton, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Newton, NC

This is one driving day of about 250.8 miles and 4h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Newton, 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 I 40 for about 155 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Carrboro, NC

125 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

Maine, NC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Graham, NC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 125.4 miles from Newton, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 155 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Raleigh, North Carolina

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 161.2

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+19198599990

Visit website

Farmhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wendell, North Carolina

2.8 mi

Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 161.2

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+19198599990

Visit website

Farmhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.1

Wendell, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+19193747227

Visit website

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 161.2

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+19197831883

Visit website

Triangle Coffee House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 143.3

Durham, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+19842191215

Visit website

1922

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 143.3

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+19849994195

Visit website

Kyles Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 71.7

Kernersville, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13364974327

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 107.5

Burlington, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13365840201

Visit website

Hyundai Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 250.8

Greenville, North Carolina

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 143.3

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

+18889982546

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 125.4

Mebane, North Carolina

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 250.8

2.1 mi from route

Piedmont Wildlife Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 143.3

Durham, North Carolina

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19194890900

Visit website

Town Common

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 250.8

Greenville, North Carolina

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12523294567

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 161.2

Raleigh, North Carolina

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19199962911

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 83.7 and 173.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

83.7 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville

93.3 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

130 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East: Raleigh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 East: Raleigh

160.3 mi into trip | ~3h 8m in | SR 1728 / Wade Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 1728 / Wade Avenue toward Wade Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 289 Toward Wade Avenue

173.1 mi into trip | ~3h 25m in

Take the exit toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Roc...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.22 one way

$78.44 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.34	$42.88	$85.77
premium	$4.70	$46.42	$92.84
diesel	$5.61	$55.37	$110.75

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

29 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Publix - Tesla Supercharger

Statesville, NC

Tesla

16 DCFC

Lowes Foods - Tesla Supercharger

Clemmons, NC

Tesla

12 DCFC

Winston-Salem, NC Rechargery Relay - Jonestown Rd

Winston-Salem, NC

IONNA

12 DCFC

Hanes Towne Village Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger

Winston-Salem, NC

Tesla

12 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Hickory, NC

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Mocksville, NC

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Kernersville, NC

Tesla

8 DCFC

Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger

Colfax, NC

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 8 ChargePoint Network: 6 EV Connect: 5 FORD_CHARGE: 2 Electrify America: 2 Blink Network: 2 CIRCLE_K: 1 IONNA: 1 eVgo Network: 1 Non-Networked: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	75.2	0	$26.33	$12.04
Efficient EV	62.7	0	$21.95	$10.03
EV Truck/SUV	100.3	1	$35.11	$16.05

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Newton, NC

Late night in Newton on Sunday

Local time

12:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Greenville, NC

Late night in City of Greenville on Sunday

Local time

12:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live 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

17 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

4h 51m on the road

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

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, offering a consistent pace for most of your 250.8 miles. You'll spend about 94% of your time on major interstates and US highways, including significant stretches on I-40. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is a 155-mile portion on I-40, which means extended periods of steady driving. While largely characterized by highway travel, the transition between I-40, US-264, and I-87 ensures a dynamic, albeit highway-centric, experience as you progress toward Greenville.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 155 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 264. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 83.7 miles in near I 40.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 20 significant decision points across 250.8 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 83.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 130 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Newton, NC and City of Greenville, NC, road signs point toward Martinsville, Wilson and Greenville.

Martinsville

83.7 mi in | ~1h 38m | via I 40

Wilson

173.1 mi in | ~3h 25m

Greenville

173.1 mi in | ~3h 25m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 250.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 155 miles on I 40. 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 City of Greenville, 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Greenville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

Pam's Farmhouse Restaurant

Farmhouse Cafe

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

Triangle Coffee House

1922

Kyles Coffee

Nissan Charging Station

Hyundai Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Davie County, I-40 Eastbound Rest Area

Davie County, I-40 Westbound Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Alamance County Rest Area

Alamance County Rest Area

ONE9 Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Pilot Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

I-40 Catawba Rest Area Westbound MM 136

I-40 Catawba Rest Area Eastbound MM 136

Petro Stopping Centers

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Flying J Travel Center

Service Plaza

Piedmont Wildlife Center

Town Common

Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park

ICY RICH GIRLS MUSEUM

Lake Johnson Park

Lake Crabtree County Park

Alamance County Historical Museum

Lake Lynn Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Newton, NC

City of Greenville, NC

Same local time

17 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 51m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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