How far is Cary, NC from South Rosemary, NC?
The driving distance from Cary, NC to South Rosemary, NC is about 99.4 miles (160 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Nash 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 Cary and South Rosemary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cary and South Rosemary.
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Start on North Academy Street
7 m · 7 sec · North Academy Street
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Turn left onto Chapel Hill Road
2 mi · 4 min · Chapel Hill Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1232 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dan K Moore Freeway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Dan K Moore Freeway
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Continue on Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, I 440 East, US 64 East: Rocky Mount
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 87 North, US 64 East, US 264 East: Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville
17.2 mi · 19 min
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Keep slight left
27.1 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95
1355 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North
2124 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North
1797 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight left
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
33.6 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 158: Roanoke Rapids, Murfreesboro, Weldon
1010 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto Julian R Allsbrook Highway
1.4 km · 1 min · Julian R Allsbrook Highway
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Turn straight onto East Littleton Road
2.9 mi · 3 min · East Littleton Road
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Continue on Julian R Allsbrook Highway
656 ft · 12 sec · Julian R Allsbrook Highway
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Turn right onto North Zoo Road
1161 ft · 29 sec · North Zoo Road
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Turn left onto Karen Street
124 m · 20 sec · Karen Street
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Turn right onto South Penny Street
854 ft · 37 sec · South Penny Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Penny Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cary and South Rosemary.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 North
Merge slight left
33.6 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cary and Chance Rain Showers near South Rosemary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cary to South Rosemary?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (160 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Momeyer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.7 miles from Cary and 49.7 miles from South Rosemary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.7 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 2:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.90 one way or $27.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cary and Chance Rain Showers near South Rosemary.
Stop Ideas Near Momeyer
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cary and South Rosemary. Straight-line distance: 75.76 mi (121.92 km).
#1 Cary
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 173,587 |
| Coordinates | 35.7915400, -78.7811200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Rosemary
Township in Halifax County, North Carolina
| Population | 2,836 |
| Coordinates | 36.4515400, -77.6972000 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Rosemary (-77.6972, 36.45154)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.90 | $27.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.55 | $31.09 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.77 | $33.54 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.74 | $39.48 |
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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