How far is Boone, NC from Maine, NC?
The driving distance from Boone, NC to Maine, NC is about 78 miles (125.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.1 miles (106.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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 01h 25m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Wilkes 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 Boone and Maine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boone and Maine.
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Start on Edgewood Drive
12 m · 2 sec · Edgewood Drive
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Turn left onto Councill Street
42 m · 11 sec · Councill Street
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Turn left onto West King Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · West King Street
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Continue straight
28.8 mi · 41 min
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Continue straight
24.7 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right
1518 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Lone Hickory Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Lone Hickory Road
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Turn right onto Liberty Church Road
8.1 mi · 11 min · Liberty Church Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Country Lane
2.3 mi · 3 min · Country Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left
2615 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Oak Grove Church Road
15 m · 2 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boone and Maine.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West King Street
Continue straight
28.8 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Boone and Chance Rain Showers near Maine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boone to Maine?
The road trip is about 78 miles (125.6 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
North Wilkesboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.6 miles from Boone and 39.4 miles from Maine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.1 miles (106.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.93 one way or $21.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Boone and Chance Rain Showers near Maine.
Stop Ideas Near North Wilkesboro
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 North Wilkesboro.
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car
Kannapolis
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boone and Maine. Straight-line distance: 66.06 mi (106.31 km).
#1 Boone
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 20,003 |
| Coordinates | 36.2167900, -81.6745500 |
| Altitude | 981 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maine
Maine is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.9312500, -80.5456200 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Grove Church Road (-80.545637, 35.931153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.22 | $24.45 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.19 | $26.37 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.52 | $31.04 |
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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