Origin
Troy, NC
Morning in Troy on Sunday
Local time
10:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, NC to 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
3h 27m
Distance
170.5 mi
274 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
★
6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, NC
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Greenville, NC
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Trip Overview
This 170.5-mile journey from Troy, NC to Greenville, NC is a manageable 3-hour and 27-minute drive, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily navigate on US 264, with sections of Troy Bypass and Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, this route offers an economical option for traveling within the Southeast region of North Carolina. The drive is a mixed bag, not overly strenuous, and can comfortably be completed in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You'll find one recommended stop along the way, allowing for a brief break on this relatively straightforward trip.
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
85.3 miles from Troy, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 264 | 55.9 mi | 59m |
| Troy Bypass | 28.5 mi | 41m |
| Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway | 22.6 mi | 25m |
| I 87 | 20 mi | 21m |
| Jefferson Davis Highway | 17.3 mi | 20m |
| US 15 | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Dan K Moore Freeway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Thomas Bradshaw Freeway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 264
— 55.9 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, NC and Greenville, NC.
1
Start on NC 24 Business; NC 27 Business; NC 109 Business
0.4 mi
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51 sec
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West Main Street
2
Continue on East Main Street
260 ft
·
7 sec
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East Main Street
3
Turn right onto Taft Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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Taft Street
4
Continue on Troy Candor Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Troy Candor Road
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NC 24 East, NC 27 East
6
Merge onto NC 24; NC 27
28 mi
·
41 min
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Troy Bypass
7
Enter roundabout onto NC 22; NC 24; NC 27
340 ft
·
7 sec
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Monroe Street
8
Continue on NC 22; NC 24; NC 27
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Monroe Street
9
Continue on US 15; US 501; NC 24; NC 27
10 mi
·
14 min
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US 15; US 501; NC 24; NC 27
10
Turn left onto US 1; US 15; US 501
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Jefferson Davis Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 1
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Claude E. Pope Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 64
0.6 mi
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1 min
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US 64
Exit 1A
Toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mount
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 40; US 64
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Dan K Moore Freeway
14
Continue on I 40; US 64
3.2 mi
·
3 min
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Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64
2.8 mi
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3 min
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I 87; I 440; US 64
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64
17 mi
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18 min
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I 87; US 64
Toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 264
56 mi
·
59 min
·
US 264
18
Turn straight onto Stantonsburg Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Stantonsburg Road
Toward Greenville, Downtown
19
Continue on Farmville Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Farmville Boulevard
20
Continue on West 10th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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West 10th Street
21
Turn left onto South Evans Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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South Evans Street
22
Turn right onto Reade Circle
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Reade Circle
23
Turn right onto East 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
East 5th Street
24
Turn left onto South Summit Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
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South Summit Street
25
Arrive at destination
South Summit Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 27-minute duration, starting your trip in the morning will allow ample time to reach Greenville without feeling rushed. Plan for your single recommended stop to break up the 55.9-mile stretch on US 264. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $27 and gas stations may be less frequent on certain highway segments. Since this is a single-day drive, flexibility is key; you can depart later if needed, but an early start ensures a relaxed arrival. Pay attention to the transition onto US 264, as this is where the longest continuous driving segment occurs.
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 85.3 miles from Troy, NC, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.9 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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.3 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, NC
This is one driving day of about 170.5 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Troy, 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 264 for about 55.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.3 miles from Troy, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 93 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward NC 24 East, NC 27 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NC 24 East, NC 27 East
5
30.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
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NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street
Enter roundabout onto NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
81.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mount
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 1A
Toward I 40 East, US 64 East: Benson, Rocky Mou...
6
90.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
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I 87; I 440; US 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87; I 440; US 64 toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rock...
8
93 mi into trip
|
~2h in
|
I 87; US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87; US 64 toward I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
$26.66 one way
$53.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $29.15 | $58.31 |
| premium | $4.70 | $31.56 | $63.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.64 | $75.29 |
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: 59.7 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 | 51.2 | 0 | $17.90 | $8.18 |
| Efficient EV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.92 | $6.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.87 | $10.91 |
Gas CO2
60 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.
Destination
Greenville, NC
Morning in Greenville on Sunday
Local time
10:19 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
9 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
3h 27m 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?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 56% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 55.9 miles on US 264, providing a good opportunity to settle in. While not exclusively highway, the drive incorporates significant stretches that allow for steady progress. The road character shifts between the efficiency of bypasses and the more direct path of US 264, offering a varied driving experience. This blend means you'll experience both faster-paced segments and potentially more local traffic as you get closer to your destination.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.9 mi on US 264.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 170.5 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 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.1 miles (NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 81.7 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Troy, NC and Greenville, NC, road signs point toward Rocky Mount and Wilson.
Rocky Mount
81.7 mi in
|
~1h 47m
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via US 64
Wilson
93 mi in
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~2h
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via I 87; US 64
About the Cities
Arriving in Greenville, NC
Full guide →Greenville, one of the fastest growing cities in North Carolina, is the county seat of Pitt County, and is the principal city of the Greenville, North Carolina metropolitan area. Greenville is known as the cultural, economical, and educational hub of North Carolina's Inner Banks, the geographical area east of Raleigh and west of the North Carolina coast.
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 3h 27m. Total distance: 170.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.9 miles on US 264. 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 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.1 miles (NC 22; NC 24; NC 27 / Monroe Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 81.7 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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