How far is Smithfield, NC from City of Greenville, NC?
The driving distance from Smithfield, NC to City of Greenville, NC is about 61.5 miles (99 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.5 miles (87.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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.
County seat of Wilson County, North Carolina, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smithfield and City of Greenville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield and City of Greenville.
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Start on East Market Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · East Market Street
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Take the ramp sharp left
1289 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
11.9 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 301: Kenly, Wilson
1438 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto South Church Street
11.8 mi · 17 min · South Church Street
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Take the exit right
1842 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 34 min
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Turn straight onto Stantonsburg Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Stantonsburg Road
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Turn right onto West Arlington Boulevard
2.4 mi · 5 min · West Arlington Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Evans Street
1860 ft · 35 sec · South Evans Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Evans Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smithfield and City of Greenville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Church Street
Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 00h 34m
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 Smithfield and Sunny near City of Greenville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smithfield to City of Greenville?
The road trip is about 61.5 miles (99 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Wilson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.7 miles from Smithfield and 30.8 miles from City of Greenville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.5 miles (87.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.15 one way or $16.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Smithfield and Sunny near City of Greenville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smithfield and City of Greenville. Straight-line distance: 54.47 mi (87.66 km).
#1 Smithfield
County seat of Johnston County, North Carolina
| Population | 13,333 |
| Coordinates | 35.5084900, -78.3394500 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Greenville
The most populous city in Pitt County, North Carolina.
| Population | 84,554 |
| Coordinates | 35.5958600, -77.3764000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Evans Street (-77.376935, 35.595954)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.75 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $9.18 | $18.36 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.04 | $20.07 |
| Diesel | $5.72 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
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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