How far is Kannapolis, NC from Huntersville, NC?
The driving distance from Kannapolis, NC to Huntersville, NC is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.5 miles (21.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m 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
The map below follows the saved road route between Kannapolis and Huntersville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kannapolis and Huntersville.
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Start on Cadillac Street
707 ft · 36 sec · Cadillac Street
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Turn left onto Ford Street
134 m · 23 sec · Ford Street
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Turn right onto Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Cannon Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Cannon Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
2780 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 73: Davidson Highway, Huntersville
1547 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on Davidson Highway
6 mi · 9 min · Davidson Highway
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Continue on Sam Furr Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Sam Furr Road
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Turn left onto Ramah Church Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Ramah Church Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Ramah Church Road
41 m · 3 sec · Ramah Church Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Ramah Church Road
3171 ft · 1 min · Ramah Church Road
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Turn left onto North Old Statesville Road
860 ft · 16 sec · North Old Statesville Road
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Keep slight right to continue on North Old Statesville Road
2880 ft · 55 sec · North Old Statesville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Old Statesville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kannapolis and Huntersville.
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.
Davidson Highway
Continue on Davidson Highway
6 mi · 00h 09m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kannapolis to Huntersville?
The road trip is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
Enochville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Kannapolis and 13.2 miles from Huntersville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.5 miles (21.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.13 one way or $6.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Enochville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kannapolis and Huntersville. Straight-line distance: 13.53 mi (21.77 km).
#1 Kannapolis
The most populous city in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
| Population | 52,007 |
| Coordinates | 35.4873600, -80.6217300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Huntersville
The most populous city in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.
| Population | 59,095 |
| Coordinates | 35.4106900, -80.8428500 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Old Statesville Road (-80.842921, 35.410679)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.77 | $7.55 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $4.44 | $8.89 |
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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