How far is Whiteville, NC from Fayetteville, NC?
Fastest route
The journey from Whiteville, North Carolina 28472 to Fayetteville, North Carolina takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute, covering a distance of 55.2 miles. The fastest route is currently recommended due to traffic conditions.
Directions
To get from Whiteville to Fayetteville, follow these directions:
- Head northwest on Jefferson St.
- Take US-701 Hwy N to NC-131 Hwy N.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Pinckney St.
- Turn right onto US-701 Hwy N.
- Follow NC-131 Hwy N to NC-87 N in Bladen County.
- Turn left onto NC-131 Hwy N.
- Turn right onto S Main St, then slight left onto NC-410 S/N Main St/NC-131 Hwy S.
- Continue to follow NC-410 S/NC-131 Hwy S.
- Slight left onto NC-131 Hwy N.
- Turn left onto NC-131 Hwy N.
- Follow NC-87 N to Gillespie St in Fayetteville. Take exit 103 from NC-87 N.
- Take exit 103 for Gillespie St toward Downtown.
- Follow Gillespie St to your destination.
- Turn left onto Gillespie St.
- At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Person St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 It's advisable to check for real-time traffic updates to ensure the fastest route.
- ⛽ Plan for any necessary fuel stops along the way.
- 📱 Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to assist with the directions.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signals and signs for a safe journey.
- 🛣️ Be mindful of road conditions and follow any detour signs if necessary.
- 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the route before starting the journey.
- 🕑 Allow for additional travel time if there are specific time constraints or scheduled appointments.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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 in North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Whiteville and Fayetteville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whiteville and Fayetteville.
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Start on Jefferson Street
20 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Washington Street
63 m · 4 sec · West Washington Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Washington Street
1438 ft · 30 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn right onto Powell Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Powell Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
1896 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Andrew Jackson Highway
16.9 mi · 18 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Continue on American Indian Highway
10.7 mi · 12 min · American Indian Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 41: Lumberton, Fairmont
1555 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive
3.3 mi · 7 min · Martin Luther King Jr Drive
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Continue on Apple Street
546 ft · 14 sec · Apple Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 5th Street
948 ft · 30 sec · West 5th Street
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Turn left onto North Water Street
120 m · 7 sec · North Water Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Water Street
67 m · 4 sec · North Water Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Water Street
1082 ft · 22 sec · North Water Street
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Turn straight onto Carthage Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Carthage Road
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Turn right onto Capuano Street
46 m · 7 sec · Capuano Street
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Take the ramp straight
653 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 Business North: Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Pope Army Airfield
5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue on South Eastern Boulevard
98 m · 5 sec · South Eastern Boulevard
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Turn slight left onto Gillespie Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · Gillespie Street
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Enter the roundabout toward Market Square
77 m · 4 sec · Market Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Whiteville and Fayetteville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Capuano Street
Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Whiteville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fayetteville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Whiteville to Fayetteville?
The road trip is about 61.2 miles (98.5 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Lumberton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.6 miles from Whiteville and 28.6 miles from Fayetteville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.3 miles (81 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 4:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Whiteville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fayetteville.
Stop Ideas Near Lumberton
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 Lumberton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Whiteville and Fayetteville. Straight-line distance: 50.32 mi (80.98 km).
#1 Whiteville
City in North Carolina
| Population | 5,242 |
| Coordinates | 34.3387800, -78.7030700 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fayetteville
The most populous city in Cumberland County, North Carolina.
| Population | 211,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.0526600, -78.8783600 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: Market Square (-78.878408, 35.052733)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 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 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $8.56 | $17.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.57 | $19.13 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.32 | $20.64 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.15 | $24.30 |
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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