How far is West Raleigh, NC from Rockwell, NC?
The driving distance from West Raleigh, NC to Rockwell, NC is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m 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 02h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Raleigh and Rockwell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Raleigh and Rockwell.
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Start on Enterprise Street
13 m · 3 sec · Enterprise Street
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Turn left onto Hillsborough Street
122 m · 13 sec · Hillsborough Street
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Turn slight right
32 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Pullen Road
673 ft · 23 sec · Pullen Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Pullen Road
23 m · 3 sec · Pullen Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Pullen Road
1939 ft · 1 min · Pullen Road
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Turn right onto Western Boulevard West
122 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto Western Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · Western Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
1727 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
5.6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 West: Asheboro, Pittsboro
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
54.2 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Richard K. Pugh Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Richard K. Pugh Highway
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Continue on East Dixie Drive
3.5 mi · 6 min · East Dixie Drive
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Turn slight right
95 m · 11 sec
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Turn slight right onto Brookway Road
96 m · 13 sec · Brookway Road
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Turn sharp left onto Albemarle Road
1385 ft · 23 sec · Albemarle Road
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Continue straight
9.9 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
19.5 mi · 24 min
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Turn right onto West Church Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Church Street
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Continue on US 52
8.9 mi · 13 min · US 52
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Turn right onto Broad Street
23 m · 3 sec · Broad Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broad Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Raleigh and Rockwell.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 64 West
Continue straight
54.2 mi · 01h 15m
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 West Raleigh and Sunny near Rockwell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Raleigh to Rockwell?
The road trip is about 110.2 miles (177.3 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Staley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55 miles from West Raleigh and 55.2 miles from Rockwell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 1:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.41 one way or $30.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Raleigh and Sunny near Rockwell.
Stop Ideas Near Staley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Staley.
Burlington
J. Douglas Galyon Depot
High Point
Durham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Raleigh and Rockwell. Straight-line distance: 99.16 mi (159.58 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Rockwell
Village in North Carolina
| Population | 2,166 |
| Coordinates | 35.5512500, -80.4064500 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockwell (-80.40645, 35.55125)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $15.41 | $30.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.23 | $34.46 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $18.59 | $37.17 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $21.88 | $43.75 |
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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