How far is Archdale, NC from Huntersville, NC?
The driving distance from Archdale, NC to Huntersville, NC is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60 miles (96.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Archdale and Huntersville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Archdale and Huntersville.
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Start on North Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp right
1402 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
55.4 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 73: Davidson Highway, Huntersville
1547 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on Davidson Highway
6 mi · 9 min · Davidson Highway
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Continue on Sam Furr Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Sam Furr Road
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Turn left onto Ramah Church Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Ramah Church Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Ramah Church Road
41 m · 3 sec · Ramah Church Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Ramah Church Road
3171 ft · 1 min · Ramah Church Road
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Turn left onto North Old Statesville Road
860 ft · 16 sec · North Old Statesville Road
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Keep slight right to continue on North Old Statesville Road
2880 ft · 55 sec · North Old Statesville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Old Statesville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Archdale and Huntersville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Main Street
Merge slight left
55.4 mi · 01h 00m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Archdale to Huntersville?
The road trip is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km) and usually takes 01h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
East Spencer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.8 miles from Archdale and 38.9 miles from Huntersville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60 miles (96.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.30 one way or $20.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Archdale and Chance Rain Showers near Huntersville.
Stop Ideas Near East Spencer
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Archdale and Huntersville. Straight-line distance: 60.02 mi (96.59 km).
#1 Archdale
City in Randolph County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 11,564 |
| Coordinates | 35.9145800, -79.9719800 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Huntersville
The most populous city in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.
| Population | 59,095 |
| Coordinates | 35.4106900, -80.8428500 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Old Statesville Road (-80.842921, 35.410679)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $10.30 | $20.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.52 | $23.03 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.42 | $24.85 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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