How far is Mount Olive, NC from Cary, NC?
The driving distance from Mount Olive, NC to Cary, NC is about 110.6 miles (178 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.9 miles (135 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
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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City in Cumberland County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Olive and Cary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Olive and Cary.
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Start on Mount Olive Road
97 m · 16 sec · Mount Olive Road
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Turn right onto Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
138 m · 6 sec
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Take the exit slight left
145 m · 13 sec
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Continue on Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
3140 ft · 1 min · Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
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Continue on Mercer Mill Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Mercer Mill Road
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Turn right onto South Poplar Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Poplar Street
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Turn left
23.7 mi · 33 min
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Continue on Cedar Creek Road
7.1 mi · 10 min · Cedar Creek Road
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Turn left onto I 95 North: Benson
1262 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40: Raleigh, Wilmington
1480 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Raleigh
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
14.2 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight left
22.3 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 54: Cary
1262 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Chapel Hill Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Chapel Hill Road
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Turn right onto North Academy Street
7 m · 1 sec · North Academy Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Academy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Olive and Cary.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 North
Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mount Olive and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Olive to Cary?
The road trip is about 110.6 miles (178 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Godwin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.9 miles from Mount Olive and 56.7 miles from Cary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.9 miles (135 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.45 one way or $30.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mount Olive and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cary.
Stop Ideas Near Godwin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Godwin.
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Cary
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Olive and Cary. Straight-line distance: 83.86 mi (134.96 km).
#1 Mount Olive
City in North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 4,661 |
| Coordinates | 34.5882300, -78.5866800 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cary
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 173,587 |
| Coordinates | 35.7915400, -78.7811200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Academy Street (-78.781127, 35.79154)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $15.45 | $30.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.27 | $34.55 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.63 | $37.27 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.93 | $43.87 |
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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