How far is Trent Woods, NC from Raleigh, NC?
The driving distance from Trent Woods, NC to Raleigh, NC is about 113 miles (181.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 54m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Trent Woods and Raleigh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trent Woods and Raleigh.
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Start on the route
112 m · 20 sec
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Turn right onto Village Green Drive
49 m · 13 sec · Village Green Drive
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Turn left onto Country Club Drive
1.1 km · 3 min · Country Club Drive
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Turn right onto Chelsea Road
2118 ft · 1 min · Chelsea Road
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Continue on McCarthy Boulevard
2520 ft · 1 min · McCarthy Boulevard
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Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
1.2 km · 1 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
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Turn left
1848 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
30.9 mi · 34 min
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Continue on West New Bern Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · West New Bern Road
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Keep slight right to continue on West New Bern Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · West New Bern Road
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Continue on West Vernon Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Vernon Avenue
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 11 min
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Continue on Goldsboro Bypass
20.2 mi · 22 min · Goldsboro Bypass
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
10.4 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
10.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue on Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
10 mi · 11 min · Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway
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Merge slight left
8.6 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Rock Quarry Rd North
1718 ft · 37 sec
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Turn straight onto Rock Quarry Road
2190 ft · 49 sec · Rock Quarry Road
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Turn left onto Rock Quarry Road
1488 ft · 41 sec · Rock Quarry Road
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
1.2 mi · 3 min · Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Wilmington Street
987 ft · 41 sec · South Wilmington Street
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Turn left onto East South Street
7 m · 1 sec · East South Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East South Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Trent Woods and Raleigh.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Merge slight left
30.9 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Trent Woods to Raleigh?
The road trip is about 113 miles (181.8 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Elroy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Trent Woods and 56.6 miles from Raleigh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.5 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 2:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.80 one way or $31.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Elroy
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Trent Woods and Raleigh. Straight-line distance: 99.55 mi (160.21 km).
#1 Trent Woods
City in Craven County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 3,991 |
| Coordinates | 35.0821000, -77.0863400 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Raleigh
The capital of North Carolina, Raleigh is a major center for business, government, and education.
| Population | 474,414 |
| Coordinates | 35.7721000, -78.6386100 |
| Altitude | 96 |
| Country | United States |
End: East South Street (-78.638606, 35.772148)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.80 | $31.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.67 | $35.34 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.06 | $38.13 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.44 | $44.88 |
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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