How far is Stedman, NC from Cary, NC?
The driving distance from Stedman, NC to Cary, NC is about 76.2 miles (122.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54 miles (86.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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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 Stedman and Cary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stedman and Cary.
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Start on Clinton Road
150 m · 14 sec · Clinton Road
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Turn right onto Wade-Stedman Road
1316 ft · 28 sec · Wade-Stedman Road
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Turn right
1571 ft · 24 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward NC 24 West
93 m · 17 sec
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Turn left
1896 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Wade-Stedman Road
1.8 mi · 2 min · Wade-Stedman Road
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Continue on Wade-Stedman Road
6.7 mi · 9 min · Wade-Stedman Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Goldsboro Road
1723 ft · 27 sec · Goldsboro Road
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Turn left onto Wade-Stedman Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Wade-Stedman Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
7 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1691 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
18.9 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40: Raleigh, Wilmington
1480 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Raleigh
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
14.2 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight left
22.3 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 54: Cary
1262 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Chapel Hill Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Chapel Hill Road
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Turn right onto North Academy Street
7 m · 1 sec · North Academy Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Academy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stedman and Cary.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 40 West
Keep slight left
22.3 mi · 00h 25m
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 Stedman and Sunny near Cary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stedman to Cary?
The road trip is about 76.2 miles (122.7 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Benson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.7 miles from Stedman and 40.5 miles from Cary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54 miles (86.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.66 one way or $21.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Stedman and Sunny near Cary.
Stop Ideas Near Benson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stedman and Cary. Straight-line distance: 53.98 mi (86.87 km).
#1 Stedman
City in Cumberland County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 1,082 |
| Coordinates | 35.0135000, -78.6939100 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cary
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 173,587 |
| Coordinates | 35.7915400, -78.7811200 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Academy Street (-78.781127, 35.79154)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.66 | $21.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.91 | $23.83 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.85 | $25.71 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.13 | $30.26 |
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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