How far is Hampstead, NC from Fayetteville, NC?
The driving distance from Hampstead, NC to Fayetteville, NC is about 105.6 miles (170 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m 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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Halfway Point
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Township in Bladen County, North Carolina
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampstead and Fayetteville.
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Start on the route
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue on John Jay Burney Jr Freeway
19.8 mi · 21 min · John Jay Burney Jr Freeway
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Take the exit slight right
1969 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto Andrew Jackson Highway
8.1 mi · 11 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Take the exit slight right
70.3 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight right
1012 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Gillespie Street
1.6 km · 2 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
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Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Andrew Jackson Highway
Take the exit slight right
70.3 mi · 01h 35m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hampstead to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 105.6 miles (170 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Kelly is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.8 miles from Hampstead and 52.9 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.5 miles (131.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.77 one way or $29.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Kelly
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hampstead and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 81.48 mi (131.13 km).
#1 Hampstead
Unincorporated community in Pender County, North Carolina
| Population | 4,083 |
| Coordinates | 34.3676700, -77.7105300 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| 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: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.77 | $29.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $16.52 | $33.04 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $20.98 | $41.96 |
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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