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What is the best route from North Carolina to Maine?

I’m getting ready for a big drive to Maine, but I’m not sure how to start planning my route. I don’t know anything about the best stops or worst roads to avoid! What is the best possible route for me to take from NC to Maine?

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Joshua Levy · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The trip from
North Carolina
to
Maine
is full of beautiful scenery, clean roads, and plenty of nice places to stop. But if your goal is just getting to Maine and settling in for a nice visit, you’ll probably want to get there as soon as possible.
Here is the best route to take from North Carolina to Maine:
  • Hop on I-85 North.
  • Continue until you merge onto I-95 North.
  • Keep going on I-95 until you reach Maine.
And that’s all there is to it! Keep in mind that the directions are much easier than the drive itself. While the instructions are simple enough, driving from North Carolina to Maine takes over 15 hours.
Even if you’re in a hurry to arrive, it’s always best to take your time with road trips. Distracted driving and inattentiveness increase when drivers get tired on the road. To reduce the risk of accidents, try to cap your driving at 9 hours in a single day and find a place to sleep for the night.
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