How far is Durham, NC from Brices Creek, NC?
The driving distance from Durham, NC to Brices Creek, NC is about 145.5 miles (234.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.7 miles (194.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Wayne County, North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Durham and Brices Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Durham and Brices Creek.
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Start on East Main Street
1101 ft · 42 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto South Dillard Street
864 ft · 30 sec · South Dillard Street
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Turn left onto East Pettigrew Street
800 ft · 25 sec · East Pettigrew Street
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Turn right onto Fayetteville Road
144 m · 22 sec · Fayetteville Road
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Take the ramp left
797 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Durham Freeway
6.5 mi · 8 min · Durham Freeway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 40 East: RDU Airport, Raleigh
1.3 km · 58 sec
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Merge slight right
8.7 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left
9.5 mi · 11 min
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Continue on Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
8.1 mi · 9 min · Thomas Bradshaw Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
10.2 mi · 11 min · Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
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Continue straight
7.6 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left
14.3 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
2 mi · 3 min
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Continue on Goldsboro Bypass
19.8 mi · 21 min · Goldsboro Bypass
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Continue straight
11.5 mi · 13 min
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Turn straight onto West New Bern Road
3.1 mi · 4 min · West New Bern Road
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Continue on East New Bern Road
33.4 mi · 37 min · East New Bern Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Freedom Memorial Bridge
1.5 mi · 2 min · Freedom Memorial Bridge
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Turn right onto Williams Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Williams Road
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Continue on Kelso Road
2307 ft · 1 min · Kelso Road
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Turn sharp left onto Madame Moores Lane
2309 ft · 1 min · Madame Moores Lane
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Continue on Brices Creek Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Brices Creek Road
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Turn left onto Perrytown Loop Road
52 m · 7 sec · Perrytown Loop Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Perrytown Loop Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Durham and Brices Creek.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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33.4 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny near Durham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Durham to Brices Creek?
The road trip is about 145.5 miles (234.2 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Goldsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.7 miles from Durham and 72.8 miles from Brices Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.7 miles (194.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 12:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.32 one way or $40.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before leaving, the latest forecast around Durham is Sunny.
Stop Ideas Near Goldsboro
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Durham and Brices Creek. Straight-line distance: 120.7 mi (194.25 km).
#1 Durham
The third most populous city in North Carolina and the center of the Durham metropolitan area.
| Population | 285,897 |
| Coordinates | 35.9940300, -78.8986200 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brices Creek
Township in Craven County, North Carolina
| Population | 3,073 |
| Coordinates | 35.0559900, -77.0877300 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brices Creek (-77.08773, 35.05599)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $20.32 | $40.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $22.72 | $45.44 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $24.51 | $49.02 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $28.85 | $57.70 |
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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