Fayetteville, North Carolina to Mooresville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

115 miles 185 km · straight line
143.7 miles estimated 231.3 km · driving distance
2h 53min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, North Carolina from Mooresville?

The distance from Fayetteville, North Carolina to Mooresville is 115 miles (185 km) as the crow flies. Mooresville is located WNW of Fayetteville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.7 miles, taking about 2h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, North Carolina and Mooresville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fayetteville, North Carolina to Mooresville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 53min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 28min $11–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 44min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, North Carolina & Mooresville

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, North Carolina
35.05°N, 78.88°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
Mooresville
35.58°N, 80.81°W
America/New_York
277m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 216.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients