How far is Clarkton, NC from Rowan, NC?
The driving distance from Clarkton, NC to Rowan, NC is about 31.3 miles (50.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22 miles (35.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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 51m.
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
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Township in Bladen County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clarkton and Rowan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarkton and Rowan.
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Start on South College Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South College Street
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Keep slight right
141 m · 9 sec
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Continue on Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
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Turn slight right onto Lisbon Road
10.7 mi · 15 min · Lisbon Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Elwell Ferry Road
2.7 mi · 7 min · Elwell Ferry Road
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Continue on Elwell Ferry
127 m · 2 min · Elwell Ferry
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Continue on Elwell Ferry Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Elwell Ferry Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn left
3.9 mi · 7 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clarkton and Rowan.
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.
Lisbon Road
Turn slight right onto Lisbon Road
10.7 mi · 00h 15m
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 Clarkton and Sunny near Rowan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clarkton to Rowan?
The road trip is about 31.3 miles (50.3 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Kelly is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.6 miles from Clarkton and 15.7 miles from Rowan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22 miles (35.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.36 one way or $8.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clarkton and Sunny near Rowan.
Stop Ideas Near Kelly
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 Kelly.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clarkton and Rowan. Straight-line distance: 22 mi (35.4 km).
#1 Clarkton
City in Bladen County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 741 |
| Coordinates | 34.4873900, -78.6561300 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rowan
Rowan is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.5129500, -78.2711100 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rowan (-78.27111, 34.51295)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.36 | $8.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.87 | $9.74 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $5.26 | $10.51 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $6.19 | $12.37 |
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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