Route Description
When completed, the beltway will total 70 miles (110 km) in length, surrounding the city of Raleigh and the towns of Apex, Cary, Garner, and Morrisville. The designation from I-540 and NC 540 happens at I-40, in Durham County, where I-540 goes east and NC 540 goes west.
The beltway is further broken down into four segments:
| Segment Name | Designation | Location | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Wake Freeway | I-540 | NC 55 to US 64/US 264 | 29.0 |
| Western Wake Freeway | NC 540 | NC 55 in Cary to NC 55 South of Apex | 12.4 |
| Southern Wake Freeway | NC 540 | NC 55 to I-40 near Garner | 16.5 |
| Eastern Wake Freeway | NC 540 | I-40 to US 64/US 264 | 12.9 |
| Total | 70.8 |
Read more about this topic: Interstate 540 (North Carolina)
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