How far is Rocky Mount, NC from Smithfield, NC?
The driving distance from Rocky Mount, NC to Smithfield, NC is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.8 miles (68.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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 00h 59m.
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 Wilson County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rocky Mount and Smithfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rocky Mount and Smithfield.
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Start on Cokey Road
130 m · 19 sec · Cokey Road
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Turn sharp right onto Hill Street
555 ft · 22 sec · Hill Street
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Turn left onto East Raleigh Boulevard
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Raleigh Boulevard
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Turn right onto Nashville Road
3066 ft · 1 min · Nashville Road
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Continue on Bethlehem Road
2295 ft · 56 sec · Bethlehem Road
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Turn left onto West Mount Drive
6.1 mi · 9 min · West Mount Drive
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Continue on Sandy Cross Road
142 m · 8 sec · Sandy Cross Road
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Take the ramp left
1396 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
36.9 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 70 Business: Smithfield, Goldsboro
1663 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 70 Business: Smithfield, Goldsboro
79 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto East Market Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rocky Mount and Smithfield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Sandy Cross Road
Merge slight left
36.9 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Sunny leaving Rocky Mount and Sunny near Smithfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rocky Mount to Smithfield?
The road trip is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Sims is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.7 miles from Rocky Mount and 23.7 miles from Smithfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.8 miles (68.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.65 one way or $13.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rocky Mount and Sunny near Smithfield.
Stop Ideas Near Sims
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 Sims.
Wilson
Rocky Mount
Selma–Smithfield
Goldsboro, NC
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rocky Mount and Smithfield. Straight-line distance: 42.78 mi (68.84 km).
#1 Rocky Mount
The most populous city in Edgecombe County, North Carolina.
| Population | 53,689 |
| Coordinates | 35.9382100, -77.7905300 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Smithfield
County seat of Johnston County, North Carolina
| Population | 13,333 |
| Coordinates | 35.5084900, -78.3394500 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: Smithfield (-78.33945, 35.50849)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.65 | $13.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.03 | $16.05 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
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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