How far is Jacksonville, NC from Swansboro, NC?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, NC to Swansboro, NC is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Swansboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Swansboro.
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Start on Marine Boulevard
1115 ft · 19 sec · Marine Boulevard
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Turn straight
151 m · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Johnson Boulevard
2807 ft · 51 sec · Johnson Boulevard
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Continue on Lejeune Boulevard
6.2 mi · 9 min · Lejeune Boulevard
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Continue on Freedom Way
9.3 mi · 12 min · Freedom Way
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Continue on West Corbett Avenue
2.7 mi · 6 min · West Corbett Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Main Street
766 ft · 36 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto South Water Street
12 m · 2 sec · South Water Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Water Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Swansboro.
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.
Freedom Way
Continue on Freedom Way
9.3 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Jacksonville and Mostly Sunny near Swansboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Swansboro?
The road trip is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Piney Green is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.6 miles from Jacksonville and 9.6 miles from Swansboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.9 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 7:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.69 one way or $5.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jacksonville and Mostly Sunny near Swansboro.
Stop Ideas Near Piney Green
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Swansboro. Straight-line distance: 18.26 mi (29.38 km).
#1 Jacksonville
The most populous city in Onslow County, North Carolina.
| Population | 76,284 |
| Coordinates | 34.7540500, -77.4302400 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Swansboro
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 3,394 |
| Coordinates | 34.6876600, -77.1191200 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Swansboro (-77.11912, 34.68766)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.01 | $6.02 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.82 | $7.65 |
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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