How far is Randleman, NC from Cary, NC?
The driving distance from Randleman, NC to Cary, NC is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in western Chatham County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Randleman and Cary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Randleman and Cary.
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Start on North Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto New Salem Road
7.1 mi · 17 min · New Salem Road
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Turn left onto NC Highway 22 North
1347 ft · 23 sec · NC Highway 22 North
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Turn right onto Old Red Cross Road
2 mi · 5 min · Old Red Cross Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Shiloh Road
35 m · 2 sec · Shiloh Road
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Take the ramp straight
48 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Siler City, Pittsboro
1413 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left
10.9 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight left
23.2 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Apex Downtown
1346 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto North Salem Street
115 m · 13 sec · North Salem Street
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Continue on North Salem Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Salem Street
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Continue on Old Apex Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Old Apex Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Chatham Street
43 m · 3 sec · West Chatham Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Chatham Street
2076 ft · 56 sec · West Chatham Street
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Turn left onto South Harrison Avenue
1654 ft · 45 sec · South Harrison Avenue
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Turn right onto Chapel Hill Road
625 ft · 24 sec · Chapel Hill Road
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Turn left 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 Randleman and Cary.
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.
US 64
Keep slight left
23.2 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Randleman and Mostly Cloudy then 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 Randleman to Cary?
The road trip is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Siler City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Randleman and 32.2 miles from Cary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.27 one way or $18.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Randleman and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cary.
Stop Ideas Near Siler City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall Burger and Beer
Pittsboro Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Siler City.
Burlington
J. Douglas Galyon Depot
High Point
Durham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Randleman and Cary. Straight-line distance: 57.3 mi (92.21 km).
#1 Randleman
City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 4,137 |
| Coordinates | 35.8179100, -79.8030900 |
| Altitude | 210 |
| 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: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $9.27 | $18.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $10.36 | $20.73 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
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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