How far is Lola, NC from Atlantic Beach, NC?
The driving distance from Lola, NC to Atlantic Beach, NC is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.7 miles (51 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m 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 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Carteret County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lola and Atlantic Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lola and Atlantic Beach.
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Start on Lola Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · Lola Road
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Turn left
8.3 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
8.2 mi · 12 min
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Turn sharp right
6.2 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
6.4 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
9.2 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit straight
87 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Atlantic Beach Bridge
1.4 km · 1 min · Atlantic Beach Bridge
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Continue on Atlantic Beach Causeway
1.3 km · 2 min · Atlantic Beach Causeway
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Turn right onto West Terminal Boulevard
100 m · 11 sec · West Terminal Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Terminal Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lola and Atlantic Beach.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lola Road
Continue straight
9.2 mi · 00h 16m
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 Lola and Mostly Sunny near Atlantic Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lola to Atlantic Beach?
The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Harkers Island is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Lola and 21 miles from Atlantic Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.7 miles (51 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 $5.86 one way or $11.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lola and Mostly Sunny near Atlantic Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Harkers Island
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 Harkers Island.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lola and Atlantic Beach. Straight-line distance: 31.67 mi (50.97 km).
#1 Lola
Lola is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.9579400, -76.2793600 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Atlantic Beach
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,515 |
| Coordinates | 34.6990500, -76.7402100 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Terminal Boulevard (-76.740189, 34.69942)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.86 | $11.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.55 | $13.11 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.07 | $14.14 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
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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