How far is Maine, NC from Sparta, NC?
The driving distance from Maine, NC to Sparta, NC is about 63 miles (101.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51 miles (82.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Yadkin County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maine and Sparta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maine and Sparta.
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Start on Oak Grove Church Road
15 m · 9 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
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Turn left
2615 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Country Lane
2.3 mi · 3 min · Country Lane
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Turn right onto Yadkinville Road
4.9 mi · 7 min · Yadkinville Road
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Continue on Liberty Church Road
8.1 mi · 11 min · Liberty Church Road
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Turn left onto Lone Hickory Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Lone Hickory Road
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Turn right
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp left
1330 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 77 North: Elkin
2123 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
9.7 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 21 Bypass North: Sparta, Roaring Gap
27.2 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto South Sparta Parkway
1.5 km · 2 min · South Sparta Parkway
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Turn right onto West Whitehead Street
1341 ft · 27 sec · West Whitehead Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Whitehead Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maine and Sparta.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 21 Bypass North
Keep slight left to continue on US 21 Bypass North: Sparta, Roaring Gap
27.2 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Maine and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sparta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maine to Sparta?
The road trip is about 63 miles (101.4 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Arlington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.5 miles from Maine and 31.5 miles from Sparta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51 miles (82.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.79 one way or $17.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Maine and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sparta.
Stop Ideas Near Arlington
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 Arlington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maine and Sparta. Straight-line distance: 51.01 mi (82.09 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 Sparta
Human settlement in Alleghany County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 1,723 |
| Coordinates | 36.5054100, -81.1209200 |
| Altitude | 893 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sparta (-81.12092, 36.50541)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.79 | $17.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.83 | $19.66 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.61 | $21.21 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $12.49 | $24.97 |
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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