Transportation

Highways

Harnett County's outstanding highway system, with I-95, US 301, US421 and US401, provides easy access to regional and national markets. North Carolina routes 24, 27, 42, 55, 82, 87, 210 and 217 also provide direct links throughout Harnett County. Harnett County is located only eight (8) miles south of the I-95/ I-40 intersection.

North and south links include I-95, US 301 and US 401. East and west routes include I-40 and US 421. Harnett County's highway system enables manufacturers and distributors to receive materials promptly and deliver goods cost-effectively.

There are 1,087 miles of roadway in Harnett County -- 184 miles are primary roads (interstate, US and NC).

Click here to view 2011 traffic counts for all Harnett County roadways.

Air

Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ)
Web Site: Harnett Regional Jetport
(910) 814-2740

Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) is located four miles northwest of Erwin, adjacent to US 421. HRJ has an asphalt runway of 5,000 feet with weight limitations of 18,000 pounds for single wheeled planes. Jet fuel is available for corporate aircraft.

Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU)
Web Site: www.rdu.com
(919) 840-2123

Located within an hour's drive time of Harnett County, Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) provides efficient and cost-effective travel options for the Research Triangle Region.

Fayetteville Regional Airport
Web Site: www.flyfay.com
(910) 433-1620

Located within a 30-minute drive of Harnett County, the Fayetteville Regional Airport is serviced by two airlines -- USAirways and ASA, the Delta Connection.

Rail

CSX Transportation (CSX)
Web Site: www.csx.com
Russ Smitley, Manager
Industrial Development
1610 Forest Avenue, Suite 120
Richmond, VA 23229
(804) 226-7504

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NS)
Web Site: www.norfolksouthern.com
Jim Bowman, Manager
Industrial Development
1500 Carson Street
Raleigh, NC 27608
(919) 831-3002

2010 North Carolina Rail Map (pdf)

Motor Freight Service

Motor freight service is excellent throughout Harnett County. Service is provided by the best in the field. These companies provide all known motor transport services: freight, liquid or dry bulk, heavy hauling, furniture moving and container shipping.

Ports