Busiest Raleigh Highways
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Raleigh, and the surrounding areas, are served by several very busy highways, state routes and local roads, that provide vital links for commuters and travelers. These highways and roads are some of the most trafficked in the area and the ones our team at Dean’s Wrecker Service are called to most often when someone is in need of a tow. If you, or a loved one, is stuck and are located on, or near, one of the busiest Raleigh highways or roads below – our tow truck team can help.
Interstate 40 (I-40): This major east-west interstate runs through the southern part of Raleigh. It connects the city with other major cities like Durham, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Asheville to the west, as well as Wilmington and the Research Triangle Park to the east.
Interstate 440 (I-440): The Beltline, is a partial beltway that encircles central Raleigh. It connects several major roads and highways and provides access to different parts of the city.
Interstate 540 (I-540): Also known as the Raleigh Outer Loop, this highway forms a partial loop around the northern and eastern parts of the city. It connects several suburban areas and provides access to Raleigh-Durham International Airport and other major highways.
US Route 1 (US-1): This north-south highway runs through the eastern part of Raleigh. It connects the city with suburbs and towns like Cary, Apex, and Southern Pines, as well as with neighboring states like Virginia and South Carolina.
US Route 64 (US-64): This east-west highway runs through the northern part of Raleigh. It connects the city with towns and cities like Knightdale, Wendell, and Pittsboro to the east, as well as Asheboro and Statesville to the west.
Capital Boulevard (US-1): Also known as US-1, Capital Boulevard is a major north-south road in Raleigh. It connects downtown Raleigh with suburban areas to the north and experiences heavy traffic due to its role as a commuter route and access to shopping centers and businesses.
Glenwood Avenue (US-70): Running east-west through Raleigh, Glenwood Avenue is a busy corridor lined with businesses, restaurants, and residential areas. It experiences heavy traffic, especially between downtown Raleigh and Crabtree Valley Mall.
Wake Forest Road: This road serves as a major north-south artery connecting downtown Raleigh with northern neighborhoods and suburbs.
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