How far is Saxapahaw, NC from West Raleigh, NC?
The driving distance from Saxapahaw, NC to West Raleigh, NC is about 43 miles (69.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saxapahaw and West Raleigh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saxapahaw and West Raleigh.
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Start on Swepsonville-Saxapahaw Road
28 m · 8 sec · Swepsonville-Saxapahaw Road
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Turn left onto Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Road
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Turn right
9.6 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
5.1 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 54 East: Raleigh
2.9 mi · 6 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-40 East: Raleigh
1319 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
15.4 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Wade Avenue
3.9 mi · 5 min · Wade Avenue
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Turn right onto Faircloth Street
2810 ft · 1 min · Faircloth Street
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Turn left onto Hillsborough Street
1903 ft · 47 sec · Hillsborough Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hillsborough Street
22 m · 2 sec · Hillsborough Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Hillsborough Street
933 ft · 24 sec · Hillsborough Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hillsborough Street
23 m · 1 sec · Hillsborough Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Hillsborough Street
803 ft · 21 sec · Hillsborough Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hillsborough Street
23 m · 1 sec · Hillsborough Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Hillsborough Street
2775 ft · 1 min · Hillsborough Street
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Turn left onto Enterprise Street
22 m · 2 sec · Enterprise Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Enterprise Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saxapahaw and West Raleigh.
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.
I-40 East
Merge slight left
15.4 mi · 00h 18m
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 Cloudy leaving Saxapahaw and Partly Cloudy near West Raleigh.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saxapahaw to West Raleigh?
The road trip is about 43 miles (69.2 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Carrboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Saxapahaw and 21.6 miles from West Raleigh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.02 one way or $12.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Saxapahaw and Partly Cloudy near West Raleigh.
Stop Ideas Near Carrboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall Burger & Beer Durham
Kumon Math and Reading Center of Morrisville - Town Hall
Town of Cary
The Town Hall Grill
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carrboro.
Durham
Cary
North Carolina State Fair station
Burlington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saxapahaw and West Raleigh. Straight-line distance: 38.48 mi (61.93 km).
#1 Saxapahaw
Township in Alamance County, North Carolina
| Population | 1,648 |
| Coordinates | 35.9473600, -79.3219600 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Raleigh
A census-designated place located in Wake County, North Carolina.
| Population | 338,759 |
| Coordinates | 35.7868200, -78.6638900 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
End: Enterprise Street (-78.664028, 35.786823)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
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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