How far is Black Mountain, NC from Greensboro, NC?
The driving distance from Black Mountain, NC to Greensboro, NC is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.1 miles (233.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Catawba County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Black Mountain and Greensboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black Mountain and Greensboro.
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Start on the route
22 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Montreat Road
34 m · 7 sec · Montreat Road
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Turn right onto Honeycutt Street
536 ft · 26 sec · Honeycutt Street
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Turn left onto East State Street
2448 ft · 1 min · East State Street
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Take the ramp straight
147 mi · 2 hr 47 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Freeman Mill Road
1184 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Freeman Mill Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Freeman Mill Road
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Turn straight onto Freeman Mill Road
3150 ft · 53 sec · Freeman Mill Road
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Continue on South Edgeworth Street
1261 ft · 27 sec · South Edgeworth Street
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Turn right onto West Market Street
1233 ft · 40 sec · West Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Black Mountain and Greensboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East State Street
Take the ramp straight
147 mi · 02h 47m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Black Mountain and Showers And Thunderstorms near Greensboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Black Mountain to Greensboro?
The road trip is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Catawba is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.8 miles from Black Mountain and 79 miles from Greensboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.1 miles (233.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 1:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.06 one way or $44.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Black Mountain and Showers And Thunderstorms near Greensboro.
Stop Ideas Near Catawba
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 Catawba.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Black Mountain and Greensboro. Straight-line distance: 145.1 mi (233.51 km).
#1 Black Mountain
Town in North Carolina, USA
| Population | 8,256 |
| Coordinates | 35.6179000, -82.3212300 |
| Altitude | 731 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Greensboro
The third most populous city in North Carolina and the center of the Greensboro metropolitan area.
| Population | 297,878 |
| Coordinates | 36.0726400, -79.7919800 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Market Street (-79.791986, 36.072568)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 254 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $22.06 | $44.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.67 | $49.34 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $26.61 | $53.23 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $31.33 | $62.65 |
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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