How far is Asheville, NC from North Wilkesboro, NC?
The driving distance from Asheville, NC to North Wilkesboro, NC is about 101 miles (162.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.7 miles (141.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 35m 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 02h 17m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Asheville and North Wilkesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Asheville and North Wilkesboro.
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Start on the route
14 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Marcellus Street
40 m · 8 sec · Marcellus Street
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Turn right onto Merrimon Avenue
634 ft · 33 sec · Merrimon Avenue
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Take the ramp left
786 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Billy Graham Freeway
3.7 mi · 5 min · Billy Graham Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Billy Graham Freeway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Billy Graham Freeway
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Merge slight left
45.9 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Glen Alpine
1032 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Jamestown Road
2 mi · 3 min · Jamestown Road
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Continue on Independence Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · Independence Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Green Street
3048 ft · 1 min · North Green Street
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Turn left onto Sanford Drive
1.6 mi · 3 min · Sanford Drive
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Turn left onto Lenoir Road
14.5 mi · 22 min · Lenoir Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Harper Avenue
712 ft · 20 sec · Harper Avenue
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Continue on Wilkesboro Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi · 2 min · Wilkesboro Boulevard Southeast
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Continue on Wilkesboro Boulevard Northeast
22.8 mi · 32 min · Wilkesboro Boulevard Northeast
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Turn left
3.8 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.6 km · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Wilkesboro Avenue
1613 ft · 28 sec · Wilkesboro Avenue
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Turn left onto Wilkesboro Boulevard
1543 ft · 30 sec · Wilkesboro Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto C B D Loop
100 m · 11 sec · C B D Loop
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Turn left onto 9th Street
26 m · 8 sec · 9th Street
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Turn left
146 m · 35 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Asheville and North Wilkesboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Billy Graham Freeway
Merge slight left
45.9 mi · 00h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Asheville to North Wilkesboro?
The road trip is about 101 miles (162.6 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Glen Alpine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.5 miles from Asheville and 50.6 miles from North Wilkesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.7 miles (141.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 1:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.14 one way or $28.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Asheville and Chance Rain Showers near North Wilkesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Glen Alpine
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Asheville and North Wilkesboro. Straight-line distance: 87.65 mi (141.06 km).
#1 Asheville
The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
| Population | 92,852 |
| Coordinates | 35.6009500, -82.5540200 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Wilkesboro
City in Wilkes County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 4,082 |
| Coordinates | 36.1584700, -81.1475800 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Wilkesboro (-81.14758, 36.15847)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $14.14 | $28.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.81 | $31.62 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.06 | $34.11 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $20.08 | $40.16 |
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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