How far is Hot Springs, NC from Stackhouse, NC?
The driving distance from Hot Springs, NC to Stackhouse, NC is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.5 miles (5.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Town in Orange County, North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hot Springs and Stackhouse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs and Stackhouse.
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Start on North Surpentine Avenue
1114 ft · 49 sec · North Surpentine Avenue
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Continue on North Spring Street
141 m · 28 sec · North Spring Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
5 mi · 8 min · Bridge Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
2 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Stackhouse Road
2.3 mi · 9 min · Stackhouse Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Stackhouse Road
553 ft · 33 sec · Stackhouse Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs and Stackhouse.
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.
Bridge Street
Turn left onto Bridge Street
5.02 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Sunny leaving Hot Springs and Sunny near Stackhouse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Stackhouse?
The road trip is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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?
Chapel Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.8 miles from Hot Springs and 4.8 miles from Stackhouse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.5 miles (5.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.35 one way or $2.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hot Springs and Sunny near Stackhouse.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Stackhouse. Straight-line distance: 3.52 mi (5.66 km).
#1 Hot Springs
City in Madison County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 574 |
| Coordinates | 35.8926300, -82.8311200 |
| Altitude | 406 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stackhouse
Stackhouse is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8814900, -82.7698600 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stackhouse (-82.76986, 35.88149)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $1.35 | $2.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $1.51 | $3.01 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.62 | $3.25 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.91 | $3.82 |
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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