How far is Clemmons, NC from Chapel Hill, NC?
The driving distance from Clemmons, NC to Chapel Hill, NC is about 169.8 miles (273.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.2 miles (209.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 39m 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 02h 49m.
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 of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clemmons and Chapel Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clemmons and Chapel Hill.
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Start on Clemmons Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Clemmons Road
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Turn right onto Harper Road
1758 ft · 42 sec · Harper Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 40 West: Statesville
1462 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
128.7 mi · 2 hr 26 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Billy Graham Freeway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Billy Graham Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25
787 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left onto Merrimon Avenue
32 m · 5 sec · Merrimon Avenue
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Turn straight
77 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Broadway Street
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Take the ramp right
1885 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25 North, US 70 West: Marshall
21.3 mi · 33 min
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Continue straight
3.5 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Guntertown Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Guntertown Road
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Continue on Chapel Hill Road
1.6 mi · 6 min · Chapel Hill Road
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Turn left
8 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clemmons and Chapel Hill.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 West
Merge slight left
129 mi · 02h 26m
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 Clemmons and Mostly Clear near Chapel Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clemmons to Chapel Hill?
The road trip is about 169.8 miles (273.2 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Glen Alpine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.9 miles from Clemmons and 83.9 miles from Chapel Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.2 miles (209.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.6 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 12:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.73 one way or $47.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clemmons and Mostly Clear near Chapel Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Glen Alpine
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 Glen Alpine.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clemmons and Chapel Hill. Straight-line distance: 130.2 mi (209.54 km).
#1 Clemmons
Town in North Carolina
| Population | 21,089 |
| Coordinates | 36.0215300, -80.3820000 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chapel Hill
Town in Orange County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 63,705 |
| Coordinates | 35.9428800, -82.7087500 |
| Altitude | 658 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-82.708707, 35.942917)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 273 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $23.73 | $47.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $26.53 | $53.06 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $28.62 | $57.24 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $33.69 | $67.38 |
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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