How far is Lake Norman of Catawba, NC from Maine, NC?
The driving distance from Lake Norman of Catawba, NC to Maine, NC is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iredell County, North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Norman of Catawba and Maine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Norman of Catawba and Maine.
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Start on Riverwood Road
962 ft · 44 sec · Riverwood Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Kiser Island Road
2705 ft · 2 min · Kiser Island Road
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Turn right onto East NC 150 Highway
6.5 mi · 10 min · East NC 150 Highway
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Take the ramp left toward I 77 North: Statesville
1334 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
14.5 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40: Winston-Salem, Asheville
1027 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Winston-Salem
2332 ft · 57 sec
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Continue on I 40 East: Winston-Salem
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
16.2 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 601: Mocksville, Yadkinville
1849 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Yadkinville Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Yadkinville Road
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Turn left onto Country Lane
2.3 mi · 3 min · Country Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left
2615 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Oak Grove Church Road
15 m · 2 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Norman of Catawba and Maine.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Merge slight left
16.2 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lake Norman of Catawba and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Maine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Norman of Catawba to Maine?
The road trip is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Statesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Lake Norman of Catawba and 21.6 miles from Maine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.02 one way or $12.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lake Norman of Catawba and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Maine.
Stop Ideas Near Statesville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Norman of Catawba and Maine. Straight-line distance: 33.24 mi (53.5 km).
#1 Lake Norman of Catawba
Township in Catawba County, North Carolina
| Population | 5,075 |
| Coordinates | 35.5868000, -80.9595200 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maine
Maine is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.9312500, -80.5456200 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Grove Church Road (-80.545637, 35.931153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
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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