How far is Lenoir, NC from Huntersville, NC?
The driving distance from Lenoir, NC to Huntersville, NC is about 72.3 miles (116.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m 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 01h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Catawba County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lenoir and Huntersville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenoir and Huntersville.
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Start on Harper Avenue Northwest
1.3 km · 2 min · Harper Avenue Northwest
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Take the ramp right
155 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hickory Boulevard Southeast
23.6 mi · 33 min · Hickory Boulevard Southeast
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 10: Newton
1126 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left
3.1 mi · 5 min
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Turn sharp right onto Sigmon Dairy Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Sigmon Dairy Road
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Turn left onto McKay Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · McKay Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
1063 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto Smyre Farm Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · Smyre Farm Road
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Turn right onto NC 16
17.3 mi · 22 min · NC 16
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 73: Lincolnton, Huntersville
1554 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right
5.6 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Beatties Ford Road
1653 ft · 38 sec · Beatties Ford Road
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Turn left onto Gilead Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Gilead Road
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Continue on Vance Road
647 ft · 15 sec · Vance Road
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Turn left onto Bud Henderson Road
596 ft · 21 sec · Bud Henderson Road
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Continue on Gilead Road
3.5 mi · 8 min · Gilead Road
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Turn right onto South Old Statesville Road
15 m · 1 sec · South 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 Lenoir and Huntersville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hickory Boulevard Southeast
Merge slight left onto Hickory Boulevard Southeast
23.6 mi · 00h 33m
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 Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lenoir and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Huntersville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lenoir to Huntersville?
The road trip is about 72.3 miles (116.4 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Newton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31 miles from Lenoir and 41.4 miles from Huntersville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20 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 3:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.10 one way or $20.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lenoir and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Huntersville.
Stop Ideas Near Newton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lenoir and Huntersville. Straight-line distance: 52.31 mi (84.19 km).
#1 Lenoir
City in Caldwell County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 17,911 |
| Coordinates | 35.9140200, -81.5389800 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| 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: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $11.29 | $22.59 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $12.18 | $24.37 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $14.34 | $28.68 |
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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