How far is Hanby Beach, NC from Kure Beach, NC?
The driving distance from Hanby Beach, NC to Kure Beach, NC is about 1.2 miles (1.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 1.1 miles (1.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 05m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hanby Beach and Kure Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hanby Beach and Kure Beach.
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Start on Ocean View Avenue
91 m · 14 sec · Ocean View Avenue
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Turn right onto South Lake Park Boulevard
144 m · 12 sec · South Lake Park Boulevard
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Continue on Fort Fisher Boulevard North
1.5 km · 2 min · Fort Fisher Boulevard North
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Continue on Fort Fisher Boulevard South
557 ft · 16 sec · Fort Fisher Boulevard South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fort Fisher Boulevard South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hanby Beach and Kure Beach.
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.
Fort Fisher Boulevard North
Continue on Fort Fisher Boulevard North
0.93 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hanby Beach and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kure Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hanby Beach to Kure Beach?
The road trip is about 1.2 miles (1.9 km) and usually takes 00h 02m 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?
Carolina Beach is a useful midpoint, sitting about 0.6 miles from Hanby Beach and 0.6 miles from Kure Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 1.1 miles (1.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.1 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 8:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.16 one way or $0.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 0.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hanby Beach and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kure Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Carolina Beach
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall Lot
Kure Beach Community Center
Southport Community Building
Carolina Beach Zoning Administration
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carolina Beach.
Wilmington, NC
Jacksonville, NC
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hanby Beach and Kure Beach. Straight-line distance: 1.1 mi (1.77 km).
#1 Hanby Beach
Hanby Beach is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.0121200, -77.9019300 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kure Beach
City in New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 2,077 |
| Coordinates | 33.9968400, -77.9072100 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Fisher Boulevard South (-77.907126, 33.996821)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 2 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.16 | $0.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $0.18 | $0.35 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $0.19 | $0.38 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $0.22 | $0.45 |
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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