How far is Broadway, NC from Wilmington, NC?
The driving distance from Broadway, NC to Wilmington, NC is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.6 miles (84.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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 58m.
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
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Town in Columbus County, North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Broadway and Wilmington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broadway and Wilmington.
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Start on Old Stake Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · Old Stake Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Braswell Road
100 m · 16 sec · Braswell Road
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Turn right onto Grist Road
1.3 km · 3 min · Grist Road
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Turn right onto Andrew Jackson Highway Southwest
3.3 mi · 5 min · Andrew Jackson Highway Southwest
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Merge slight left onto Andrew Jackson Highway
48 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Continue on Ocean Highway East
3.1 mi · 4 min · Ocean Highway East
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Continue on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
1.2 km · 1 min · Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
551 ft · 15 sec · South 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Broadway and Wilmington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Andrew Jackson Highway
Merge slight left onto Andrew Jackson Highway
48 mi · 01h 01m
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 Broadway and Sunny near Wilmington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Broadway to Wilmington?
The road trip is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Bolton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.6 miles from Broadway and 28.6 miles from Wilmington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.6 miles (84.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.00 one way or $16.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Broadway and Sunny near Wilmington.
Stop Ideas Near Bolton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Broadway and Wilmington. Straight-line distance: 52.54 mi (84.56 km).
#1 Broadway
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 1,295 |
| Coordinates | 34.3060000, -78.8597500 |
| Altitude | 32 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilmington
The largest city in the state of North Carolina.
| Population | 124,794 |
| Coordinates | 34.2257300, -77.9447100 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 3rd Street (-77.944833, 34.225717)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.95 | $17.89 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $9.65 | $19.30 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.36 | $22.72 |
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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