How far is Elon, NC from Apex, NC?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and directions for your journey from Elon, North Carolina, to Apex, North Carolina. The distance is approximately 60.9 miles (97.9 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is around 58 minutes.
Directions
- Head west on E Trollinger Ave toward S Williamson Ave.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S Williamson Ave.
- Continue onto St Marks Church Rd and pass by Chick-fil-A on the right in 1.2 mi.
- Turn right onto Huffman Mill Rd.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the ramp to Durham.
- Follow I-40 E and NC-540 W to US-64 E in Wake County. Take exit 59 B-A from NC-540 W.
- Keep left to continue toward US-64 E. Merge onto US-64 E via the ramp to Apex.
- Follow US-64 E to N Salem St in Apex and turn right onto N Salem St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Check traffic conditions before starting your journey.
- 🛣️ Take the I-40 E route for the fastest travel time.
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the way.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🍽️ Consider grabbing a quick bite to eat before hitting the road.
- 📱 Bring a GPS device or have your phone's navigation app ready for easy navigation.
- 🕑 Allow some extra time for unexpected delays or breaks during the trip.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elon and Apex is 44.76 miles (72.03 km).
Flight distance from Elon, NC to Apex, NC is 44.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elon, North Carolina to Apex, North Carolina is: 61.99 miles (99.76 km) by car.
Driving from Elon to Apex will take approximately 01 hours 05 minutes.
#1 Elon
Town in North Carolina
| Population | 12186 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°6'10"N 79°30'24"W |
| Latitude | 36.1029100 |
| Longitude | -79.5066900 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apex
The most populous city in Wake County, North Carolina. It is located in the Research Triangle region of the state. Apex is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Apex Nature Preserve and the Apex Museum.
| Population | 64388 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°43'58"N 78°51'1"W |
| Latitude | 35.7326500 |
| Longitude | -78.8502900 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Apex: North Salem Street (-78.850246,35.73263)
Estimated Travel Time Between Elon and Apex
The distance between Elon and Apex is 100 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 06 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Elon and Apex. The current time is 13:40:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 03 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.28 liters (2.19 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elon and Apex.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elon to Apex is $7.06 (diesel $9.28).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $7.06 | $7.94 | $8.77 | $9.28 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in North Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.226 (Diesel $4.243) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 16, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Elon and Apex (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
