How far is Aurora, NC from Bath, NC?
The driving distance from Aurora, NC to Bath, NC is about 18 miles (28.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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 00h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Beaufort County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aurora and Bath.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora and Bath.
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Start on Middle Street
11 m · 7 sec · Middle Street
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Turn left onto North 5th Street
92 m · 15 sec · North 5th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
3136 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto NC 306
7.8 mi · 11 min · NC 306
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Continue on NC 306
637 ft · 19 sec · NC 306
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Continue on NC 306
56 m · 4 sec · NC 306
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Continue on Bayview-Aurora Ferry
3.6 mi · 30 min · Bayview-Aurora Ferry
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Continue straight
1368 ft · 34 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
5.5 mi · 8 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Carteret Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aurora and Bath.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
NC 306
Turn right onto NC 306
7.82 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Sunny leaving Aurora and Sunny near Bath.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurora to Bath?
The road trip is about 18 miles (28.9 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Belhaven is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9 miles from Aurora and 9 miles from Bath.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.50 one way or $4.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Aurora and Sunny near Bath.
Stop Ideas Near Belhaven
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Belhaven.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurora and Bath. Straight-line distance: 11.93 mi (19.2 km).
#1 Aurora
Town in North Carolina, USA
| Population | 511 |
| Coordinates | 35.3054500, -76.7885400 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bath
Town of the United States
| Population | 241 |
| Coordinates | 35.4771100, -76.8116000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bath (-76.8116, 35.47711)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.50 | $4.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $2.79 | $5.58 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.01 | $6.02 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.54 | $7.09 |
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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