Alamance County Rest Area Eastbound – I-40

I-40 eastbound travelers in North Carolina can pull in at Alamance County Rest Area. The next eastbound stop is Johnston County Rest Area – Eastbound, about 71 mi ahead (straight line).

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Next rest stop on I-40 Eastbound

Johnston County Rest Area – Eastboundabout 71 mi ahead (straight line) · North Carolina · Mile marker 325

Previous eastbound stop: Davie County Rest Area – Eastbound · about 54 mi back (straight line)

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

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Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Alamance County Rest Area is a stop for eastbound travelers on I-40 in North Carolina. Closures are announced by the North Carolina Department of Transportation and on 511, worth a look before a long drive.

Location and driving direction

This is the eastbound facility on I-40. You will find it at exit 140. Follow the "Rest Area" signs as you approach.

Heading the other way? Use Alamance County Rest Area – Westbound (westbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

Driving on, the next listed stop is Johnston County Rest Area – Eastbound, roughly 71 miles ahead as the crow flies.

Parking and amenities

Listed amenities include:

  • Restrooms

Availability of individual amenities can change.

Time limits and overnight parking

North Carolina publishes no rest area stay limit, but under state law a vehicle left on a highway right-of-way, including rest areas, for 24 hours or more may be removed and stored by a law-enforcement officer. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: N.C.G.S. § 20-161(e) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 36.062428, -79.534702. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-40 is this rest area on?

It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 40. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

North Carolina publishes no rest area stay limit, but under state law a vehicle left on a highway right-of-way, including rest areas, for 24 hours or more may be removed and stored by a law-enforcement officer. Posted signs on site apply.

What is the next stop on I-40?

Johnston County Rest Area – Eastbound, about 71 miles ahead in a straight line.