How far is Fairmont, NC from Fayetteville, NC?
The driving distance from Fairmont, NC to Fayetteville, NC is about 48.3 miles (77.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m 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 00h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Robeson County, North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairmont and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmont and Fayetteville.
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Start on Main Street
108 m · 17 sec · Main Street
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Turn slight right onto Byrd Street
971 ft · 44 sec · Byrd Street
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Continue on North Walnut Street
10.1 mi · 17 min · North Walnut Street
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Continue on Apple Street
546 ft · 16 sec · Apple Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 5th Street
948 ft · 30 sec · West 5th Street
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Turn left onto North Water Street
120 m · 8 sec · North Water Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Water Street
67 m · 4 sec · North Water Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Water Street
1082 ft · 22 sec · North Water Street
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Turn straight onto Carthage Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Carthage Road
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Turn right onto Capuano Street
46 m · 7 sec · Capuano Street
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Take the ramp straight
653 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 Business North: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope Army Airfield
5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue on South Eastern Boulevard
98 m · 5 sec · South Eastern Boulevard
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Turn slight left onto Gillespie Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · Gillespie Street
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Enter the roundabout toward Market Square
77 m · 4 sec · Market Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairmont and Fayetteville.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Capuano Street
Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 00h 24m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairmont to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 48.3 miles (77.8 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Saint Pauls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Fairmont and 26.9 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 4:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.77 one way or $13.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Saint Pauls
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairmont and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 40.67 mi (65.45 km).
#1 Fairmont
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 2,580 |
| Coordinates | 34.4968300, -79.1142000 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fayetteville
The most populous city in Cumberland County, North Carolina.
| Population | 211,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.0526600, -78.8783600 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: Market Square (-78.878408, 35.052733)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.77 | $13.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
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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