How far is Lake Lure, NC from Hopewell, NC?
The driving distance from Lake Lure, NC to Hopewell, NC is about 40.6 miles (65.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Lure and Hopewell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Lure and Hopewell.
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Start on Memorial Highway
1.4 mi · 3 min · Memorial Highway
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Turn slight right
12.1 mi · 20 min
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Take the ramp left toward US 74 East: Forest City, Rutherfordton
1441 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
19.7 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Henrietta, Caroleen, Ellenboro
1070 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Ellenboro Henrietta Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Ellenboro Henrietta Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Henrietta Street
1547 ft · 45 sec · Henrietta Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
2443 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Hollis Road
4.4 mi · 7 min · Hollis Road
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Turn right
17 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Lure and Hopewell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 74 East
Merge slight left
19.7 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lake Lure and Sunny near Hopewell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Lure to Hopewell?
The road trip is about 40.6 miles (65.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rutherfordton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Lake Lure and 20.3 miles from Hopewell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.66 one way or $11.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lake Lure and Sunny near Hopewell.
Stop Ideas Near Rutherfordton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town Hall of Tryon
Town of Rutherfordton
Chesnee City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rutherfordton.
Spartanburg
Greenville
Gastonia
Charlotte
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Lure and Hopewell. Straight-line distance: 26.67 mi (42.92 km).
#1 Lake Lure
Town in North Carolina
| Population | 1,153 |
| Coordinates | 35.4279000, -82.2048300 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hopewell
Hopewell is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.3829000, -81.7345400 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hopewell (-81.73454, 35.3829)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.66 | $11.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.33 | $12.67 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.83 | $13.67 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.04 | $16.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in North Carolina · Apr 18, 2026
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