How far is Maine, NC from Laurel Park, NC?

The estimated driving distance from Maine, NC to Laurel Park, NC is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 03m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 117.4 miles (189 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Road
146.77 mi
03h 03m · estimated
Flight
117.42 mi
188.97 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
117.42 mi
Kilometers
188.97 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
146.77 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
236.21 km
Drive Time
03h 03m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Laurel Park
Sat, Apr 11, 3:27 AM EDT
Return by in Maine
Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Maine
2026-04-11T00:24
Arrive Laurel Park
Sat, Apr 11, 3:27 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:03 AM to 11:03 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:54 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Maine
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Icard
NC

Township in Burke County, North Carolina

From Maine
58.7 mi
01h 31m
To Laurel Park
88 mi
01h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 mph NW
Destination
79°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph N

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Maine and Laurel Park.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 03m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+29.4 mi
117.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Icard
01h 31m from Maine
Leave By
10:54 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Maine and Sunny near Laurel Park.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Maine to Laurel Park?

The road trip is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km) and usually takes 03h 03m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Icard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Maine and 88 miles from Laurel Park.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 117.4 miles (189 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:54 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.52 one way or $41.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Maine and Sunny near Laurel Park.

Stop Ideas Near Icard

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Icard and the surrounding midpoint area.
Casar Park, Town Hall, & Veterans Memorial
Scenic stop 9.4 mi away

Casar Park, Town Hall, & Veterans Memorial

Casar , NC
137 Deviney St, Casar, NC 28020, United States
Rating 4.6/5 32 reviews Tourist attraction,City or town hall,Event venue,Memorial park,Picnic ground,Recreation center,Park
Town of Valdese
Meeting point 8.6 mi away

Town of Valdese

Valdese , NC
102 Massel Ave SW, Valdese, NC 28690
Rating 3.9/5 10 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 10.8 mi away

Longview Town Hall

Hickory , NC
2404 1st Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews Urban planning department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Icard.

RAIL

Gastonia

58 mi away
350 Hancock Street
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Charlotte

80 mi away
1914 North Tryon St.
RAIL

Kannapolis

81 mi away
201 South Main St.
RAIL

Salisbury

92 mi away
Depot and Liberty Sts.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Maine and Laurel Park. Straight-line distance: 117.42 mi (188.97 km).

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#1 Maine

Maine is a place in North Carolina, United States.

Population0
Coordinates35.9312500, -80.5456200
Altitude243
CountryUnited States
Laurel Park

#2 Laurel Park

City in Henderson County, North Carolina, United States of America

Population2,339
Coordinates35.3137300, -82.4934500
Altitude722
CountryUnited States
Start: Maine (-80.54562, 35.93125)
End: Laurel Park (-82.49345, 35.31373)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 236 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.18 gal
19.61 L · about $20.52
Round trip
$41.04
10.36 gal · 39.22 L
Estimated CO2
46 kg one way
Round trip: 92.1 kg / 203 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $20.52 $41.04
Mid-grade $4.43 $22.94 $45.88
Premium $4.78 $24.75 $49.50
Diesel $5.62 $29.13 $58.26

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Maine and Laurel Park. The current time is 00:24:34.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.