How far is Chapel Hill, NC from Wilson, NC?
The driving distance from Chapel Hill, NC to Wilson, NC is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.8 miles (46.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m 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 01h 14m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chapel Hill and Wilson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chapel Hill and Wilson.
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Start on the route
8 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Chapel Hill Road
1.6 mi · 6 min · Chapel Hill Road
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Continue on Guntertown Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Guntertown Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
3.5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
20.9 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 251: University of North Carolina Asheville
1693 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Broadway Street
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Continue on North Lexington Avenue
121 m · 15 sec · North Lexington Avenue
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Turn left onto Woodfin Street
1774 ft · 48 sec · Woodfin Street
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Continue on Oak Street
136 m · 12 sec · Oak Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward College Street
47 m · 3 sec · College Street
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Exit the roundabout onto College Street
2286 ft · 42 sec · College Street
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Continue on Tunnel Road
6.2 mi · 10 min · Tunnel Road
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Continue on West State Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West State Street
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Turn right onto Buckeye Cove Road
54 m · 10 sec · Buckeye Cove Road
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Turn left onto Superior Way
1125 ft · 48 sec · Superior Way
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Superior Way
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chapel Hill and Wilson.
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.
Guntertown Road
Continue straight
20.9 mi · 00h 32m
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 Chapel Hill and Patchy Fog near Wilson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chapel Hill to Wilson?
The road trip is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Marshall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.3 miles from Chapel Hill and 22.3 miles from Wilson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.8 miles (46.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.8 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 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.22 one way or $12.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Chapel Hill and Patchy Fog near Wilson.
Stop Ideas Near Marshall
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 Marshall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chapel Hill and Wilson. Straight-line distance: 28.83 mi (46.4 km).
#1 Chapel Hill
Town in Orange County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 63,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.9428800, -82.7087500 |
| Altitude | 658 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilson
The most populous city in Wilson County, North Carolina.
| Population | 49,479 |
| Coordinates | 35.5940000, -82.4265100 |
| Altitude | 682 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilson (-82.42651, 35.594)
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 06m |
| 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 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.95 | $13.91 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.50 | $15.00 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
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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