How far is Four Oaks, NC from Durham, NC?
Fastest route
The distance from Four Oaks, North Carolina 27524, to Durham, North Carolina, is approximately 63.2 miles (101.7 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 57 minutes via I-40 W, the fastest route considering traffic conditions.
Directions
- Head northeast on U.S. Hwy 301 S/E Wellons St toward Ford St.
- Turn right to merge onto I-95 S.
- Take I-40 W to Jackie Robinson Dr/N Service Rd E W in Durham. Take exit 3B from NC-147 N.
- Take exit 81A to merge onto I-40 W toward Raleigh/Durham.
- Keep left to stay on I-40 W.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 279B for NC-147 N toward Durham/Downtown.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on NC-147 N.
- Take exit 3B toward US-15 BUS/US-501 BUS N/Mangum St/Roxboro St.
- Merge onto Jackie Robinson Dr/N Service Rd E W.
- Slight right toward US-15 BUS N/US-501 BUS N/S Roxboro St.
- Slight right onto US-15 BUS N/US-501 BUS N/S Roxboro St.
- Continue to follow US-15 BUS N/US-501 BUS N to your destination in Durham, North Carolina.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance and check for any potential road closures or construction that may affect your route.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey, especially if it's a long drive.
- 🕑 Consider traveling during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic and reduce travel time.
- 🚫 Avoid using mobile phones or engaging in other distractions while driving for safety reasons.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the journey, especially if there are limited dining options along the way.
- 🚧 Stay updated on real-time traffic conditions using navigation apps to find the quickest route.
- 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the exits and landmarks along the route to stay on track and avoid confusion.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The capital of North Carolina, Raleigh is a major center for business, government, and education.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Four Oaks and Durham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Four Oaks and Durham.
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Start on East Wellons Street
100 m · 12 sec · East Wellons Street
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Turn right onto North Baker Street
2174 ft · 57 sec · North Baker Street
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Turn left onto East Hatcher Street
2318 ft · 1 min · East Hatcher Street
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Continue on Black Creek Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Black Creek Road
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Turn left onto Lassiter Road
4.6 mi · 6 min · Lassiter Road
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the ramp right
1277 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
5.4 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
33.5 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 885 North: Downtown Durham
1 km · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Durham Freeway
4.1 mi · 5 min · Durham Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Durham Freeway
2.6 mi · 3 min · Durham Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Jackie Robinson Drive, Roxboro Street
769 ft · 19 sec
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Continue on Jackie Robinson Drive
604 ft · 19 sec · Jackie Robinson Drive
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Turn right onto South Roxboro Street
1625 ft · 49 sec · South Roxboro Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
30 m · 2 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Four Oaks and Durham.
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.
Lassiter Road
Keep slight left
33.5 mi · 00h 38m
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 Clear leaving Four Oaks and Clear near Durham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Four Oaks to Durham?
The road trip is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Raleigh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.6 miles from Four Oaks and 32.1 miles from Durham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.48 one way or $16.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Four Oaks and Clear near Durham.
Stop Ideas Near Raleigh
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Raleigh.
Raleigh Union Station
North Carolina State Fair station
Cary
Durham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Four Oaks and Durham. Straight-line distance: 46.25 mi (74.44 km).
#1 Four Oaks
Town of the United States
| Population | 2,387 |
| Coordinates | 35.4448800, -78.4269500 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: (-78.898591, 35.994064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.48 | $18.96 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.22 | $20.45 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.04 | $24.07 |
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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