How far is Saint Stephens, NC from Fayetteville, NC?
The driving distance from Saint Stephens, NC to Fayetteville, NC is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.5 miles (231 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Guilford County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Stephens and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Stephens and Fayetteville.
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Start on Kool Park Mhp
76 m · 13 sec · Kool Park Mhp
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Turn right onto Kool Park Road Northeast
1290 ft · 29 sec · Kool Park Road Northeast
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Turn right onto Springs Road Northeast
1190 ft · 31 sec · Springs Road Northeast
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Turn left onto Section House Road Northeast
3.3 mi · 8 min · Section House Road Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West 1st Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 1st Street
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Take the ramp left
1370 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
80.9 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 73 South, US 421 South: Asheboro, Durham
12.2 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 421: Sanford
1133 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 421 South: Sanford
44.7 mi · 55 min
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Continue on Sanford Bypass (Don Buie Highway)
12.4 mi · 14 min · Sanford Bypass (Don Buie Highway)
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Continue straight
29.5 mi · 44 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 Saint Stephens and Fayetteville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West 1st Street
Merge slight left
80.9 mi · 01h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Stephens to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km) and usually takes 03h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jamestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93 miles from Saint Stephens and 95.1 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.5 miles (231 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:36 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.30 one way or $52.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Jamestown
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 Jamestown.
High Point
J. Douglas Galyon Depot
Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Stephens and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 143.54 mi (231.01 km).
#1 Saint Stephens
Town in Alabama, USA
| Population | 8,759 |
| Coordinates | 35.7645800, -81.2731400 |
| Altitude | 341 |
| 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: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $26.30 | $52.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $29.41 | $58.82 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $31.73 | $63.45 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $37.34 | $74.69 |
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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