How far is Dawson Crossroads, NC from Scotland Neck, NC?
The driving distance from Dawson Crossroads, NC to Scotland Neck, NC is about 7 miles (11.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.2 miles (10 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dawson Crossroads and Scotland Neck.
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Start on Thirteen Bridges Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Thirteen Bridges Road
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Turn right
5.2 mi · 7 min
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Continue on East 12th Street
149 m · 23 sec · East 12th Street
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Turn right onto Roanoke Street
143 m · 17 sec · Roanoke Street
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Turn left onto East 11th Street
19 m · 3 sec · East 11th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 11th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dawson Crossroads and Scotland Neck.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
5.18 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Dawson Crossroads and Sunny near Scotland Neck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dawson Crossroads to Scotland Neck?
The road trip is about 7 miles (11.2 km) and usually takes 00h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hobgood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.5 miles from Dawson Crossroads and 3.5 miles from Scotland Neck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.2 miles (10 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.99 one way or $1.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dawson Crossroads and Sunny near Scotland Neck.
Stop Ideas Near Hobgood
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 Hobgood.
Rocky Mount
Greenville, NC
Wilson
Kinston, NC
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dawson Crossroads and Scotland Neck. Straight-line distance: 6.24 mi (10.05 km).
#1 Dawson Crossroads
Dawson Crossroads is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.1637700, -77.5238600 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scotland Neck
Town in North Carolina (United States)
| Population | 1,810 |
| Coordinates | 36.1296000, -77.4202500 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 11th Street (-77.420268, 36.129538)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.99 | $1.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $1.11 | $2.21 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.19 | $2.39 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.41 | $2.81 |
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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