How far is Aberdeen, NC from Cary, NC?
The driving distance from Aberdeen, NC to Cary, NC is about 69.1 miles (111.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.4 miles (94 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lee County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aberdeen and Cary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aberdeen and Cary.
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Start on West South Street
19 m · 5 sec · West South Street
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Turn right onto South Sandhills Boulevard
17.7 mi · 23 min · South Sandhills Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
3251 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
41.9 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Tryon Road
1739 ft · 42 sec
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Turn straight onto Tryon Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Tryon Road
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Turn left onto Kildaire Farm Road
3.1 mi · 7 min · Kildaire Farm Road
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Turn right onto South Academy Street
3087 ft · 2 min · South Academy Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Academy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aberdeen and Cary.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Sandhills Boulevard
Merge slight left
41.9 mi · 00h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Aberdeen and Mostly Sunny near Cary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aberdeen to Cary?
The road trip is about 69.1 miles (111.2 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sanford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.5 miles from Aberdeen and 36.6 miles from Cary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.4 miles (94 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.66 one way or $19.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Aberdeen and Mostly Sunny near Cary.
Stop Ideas Near Sanford
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sanford.
Southern Pines
Cary
Fayetteville
North Carolina State Fair station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aberdeen and Cary. Straight-line distance: 58.4 mi (93.99 km).
#1 Aberdeen
Town in Moore County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 8,339 |
| Coordinates | 35.1315500, -79.4294800 |
| Altitude | 105 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cary
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 173,587 |
| Coordinates | 35.7915400, -78.7811200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Academy Street (-78.781127, 35.79154)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $9.66 | $19.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.81 | $21.61 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.66 | $23.32 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.72 | $27.45 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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