How far is Siler City, NC from Moncure, NC?
The driving distance from Siler City, NC to Moncure, NC is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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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 Siler City and Moncure.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Siler City and Moncure.
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Start on North 2nd Avenue
741 ft · 24 sec · North 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto East 11th Street
11.7 mi · 17 min · East 11th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on US 64 Business: Pittsboro
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto NC 902
922 ft · 23 sec · NC 902
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Turn right onto Old Goldston Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Old Goldston Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto NC 902
664 ft · 13 sec · NC 902
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Continue on NC 87 Bypass
2984 ft · 59 sec · NC 87 Bypass
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Continue on Moncure Pittsboro Road
8.3 mi · 15 min · Moncure Pittsboro Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old US Highway 1
2191 ft · 37 sec · Old US Highway 1
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old US Highway 1
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Siler City and Moncure.
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.
East 11th Street
Turn right onto East 11th Street
11.7 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Siler City and Mostly Sunny near Moncure.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Siler City to Moncure?
The road trip is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km) and usually takes 00h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pittsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13 miles from Siler City and 13.1 miles from Moncure.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.64 one way or $7.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Siler City and Mostly Sunny near Moncure.
Stop Ideas Near Pittsboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall Burger and Beer
Pittsboro Town Hall
The Town Hall Grill
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pittsboro.
Cary
Durham
North Carolina State Fair station
Burlington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Siler City and Moncure. Straight-line distance: 22.64 mi (36.44 km).
#1 Siler City
Town in western Chatham County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 8,415 |
| Coordinates | 35.7234700, -79.4622400 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Moncure
Moncure is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6226500, -79.0783500 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Moncure (-79.07835, 35.62265)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.07 | $8.15 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.40 | $8.79 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.17 | $10.35 |
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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