Johnston County Rest Area Westbound – I-40
On I-40 westbound near Benson in Johnston County, North Carolina, Johnston County Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 15 spaces. The next westbound stop is Davie County Rest Area, about 148 miles further along I-40.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
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
Drivers heading west on I-40 near Benson, North Carolina, can take a break at the Johnston County Rest Area. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the North Carolina Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
This is the westbound facility on I-40, near Benson in Johnston County. The recorded position is around mile marker 325.
Heading the other way? Use Johnston County Rest Area (eastbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
The next westbound stop is Davie County Rest Area, about 148 miles further along I-40.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 15 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 35.439594, -78.531683. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-40 Westbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the westbound facility on Interstate 40 near Benson. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 15 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
What is the next stop on I-40?
Davie County Rest Area, about 148 miles further along I-40 by the official mile markers.