How far is Avon, NC from Nags Head, NC?
The driving distance from Avon, NC to Nags Head, NC is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Dare County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon and Nags Head.
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Start on Methodist Church Road
13 m · 5 sec · Methodist Church Road
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Turn right onto Harbor Road
2370 ft · 1 min · Harbor Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Carolina Highway 12
17.2 mi · 28 min · North Carolina Highway 12
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
59 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
23.7 mi · 34 min
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Merge slight left onto South Croatan Highway
3.6 mi · 6 min · South Croatan Highway
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Turn right onto East Soundside Road
144 m · 26 sec · East Soundside Road
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Turn left onto South Virginia Dare Trail
24 m · 2 sec · South Virginia Dare Trail
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Virginia Dare Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Avon and Nags Head.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Carolina Highway 12
Exit the roundabout
23.7 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Avon and Mostly Sunny near Nags Head.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Avon to Nags Head?
The road trip is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Wanchese is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Avon and 22.4 miles from Nags Head.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.30 one way or $12.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Avon and Mostly Sunny near Nags Head.
Stop Ideas Near Wanchese
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Avon and Nags Head. Straight-line distance: 42.3 mi (68.08 km).
#1 Avon
Avon is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.3521200, -75.5104300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nags Head
City in Dare County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 2,997 |
| Coordinates | 35.9573900, -75.6240600 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Virginia Dare Trail (-75.624157, 35.957354)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.94 | $17.88 |
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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