How far is Kannapolis, NC from Fayetteville, NC?
The driving distance from Kannapolis, NC to Fayetteville, NC is about 156.6 miles (252 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.8 miles (165.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 07m 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 02h 33m.
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 Montgomery County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kannapolis and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kannapolis and Fayetteville.
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Start on Cadillac Street
707 ft · 36 sec · Cadillac Street
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Turn left onto Ford Street
134 m · 23 sec · Ford Street
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Turn right onto Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
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Turn right onto Concord Lake Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Concord Lake Road
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Continue on Branchview Drive Northeast
2.6 mi · 4 min · Branchview Drive Northeast
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Continue on Branchview Drive Southeast
3241 ft · 1 min · Branchview Drive Southeast
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Turn left onto Corban Avenue Southeast
3.3 mi · 5 min · Corban Avenue Southeast
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Continue straight
6 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
12.6 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1250 ft · 35 sec · West Main Street
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Albemarle Road
1900 ft · 38 sec · Albemarle Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Albemarle Road
39 m · 2 sec · Albemarle Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Albemarle Road
5.3 mi · 7 min · Albemarle Road
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Continue on Troy Road
9.2 mi · 13 min · Troy Road
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Continue straight
28.7 mi · 40 min
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Courthouse Square
104 m · 7 sec · Monroe Street
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Exit the rotary onto Monroe Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Monroe Street
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto NC24-27
19.7 mi · 29 min · NC24-27
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Take the exit right
2864 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
17.5 mi · 27 min
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Continue on Bragg Boulevard
2053 ft · 59 sec · Bragg Boulevard
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Turn left onto Hay Street
2667 ft · 49 sec · Hay Street
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Enter the roundabout toward Market Square
113 m · 6 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 Kannapolis and Fayetteville.
Interchange-aware route
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Troy Road
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28.7 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kannapolis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fayetteville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kannapolis to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 156.6 miles (252 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?
Biscoe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.8 miles from Kannapolis and 95.8 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.8 miles (165.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.8 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 1:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.86 one way or $43.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Kannapolis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fayetteville.
Stop Ideas Near Biscoe
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kannapolis and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 102.82 mi (165.48 km).
#1 Kannapolis
The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
| Population | 52,007 |
| Coordinates | 35.4873600, -80.6217300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| 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: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $21.86 | $43.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.45 | $48.90 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $26.37 | $52.75 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $31.04 | $62.09 |
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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