How far is Maine, NC from Badin, NC?
The driving distance from Maine, NC to Badin, NC is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.6 miles (70.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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 25m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maine and Badin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maine and Badin.
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Start on Oak Grove Church Road
15 m · 9 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
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Turn left
3.8 mi · 7 min
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Continue on Salisbury Road
13.3 mi · 20 min · Salisbury Road
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Turn right onto Jake Alexander Boulevard North
7.4 mi · 12 min · Jake Alexander Boulevard North
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Turn right onto Faith Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Faith Road
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South Main Gq Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Main Gq Street
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Turn right
1421 ft · 24 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 57 sec
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Turn left onto Sides Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · Sides Road
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Merge slight right
11.6 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto West Gold Street
7.7 mi · 13 min · West Gold Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · NC 740
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maine and Badin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Salisbury Road
Continue on Salisbury Road
13.3 mi · 00h 20m
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 Maine and Mostly Sunny near Badin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maine to Badin?
The road trip is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Granite Quarry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.2 miles from Maine and 26.2 miles from Badin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.6 miles (70.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.33 one way or $14.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Maine and Mostly Sunny near Badin.
Stop Ideas Near Granite Quarry
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 Granite Quarry.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maine and Badin. Straight-line distance: 43.55 mi (70.09 km).
#1 Maine
Maine is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.9312500, -80.5456200 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Badin
Human settlement in Stanly County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 1,934 |
| Coordinates | 35.4059700, -80.1167200 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Badin (-80.11672, 35.40597)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $8.19 | $16.39 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $8.84 | $17.68 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $10.40 | $20.81 |
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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