How far is Mount Gilead, NC from Maine, NC?
The driving distance from Mount Gilead, NC to Maine, NC is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 52m 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 56m.
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
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Census-designated place in North Carolina, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Gilead and Maine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Gilead and Maine.
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Start on the route
23 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Flat Springs Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · Flat Springs Road
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Turn right
10.8 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight right
3.5 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
4 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
28.8 mi · 41 min
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Continue straight
24.7 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right
1518 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Lone Hickory Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Lone Hickory Road
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Turn right onto Liberty Church Road
8.1 mi · 11 min · Liberty Church Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Country Lane
2.3 mi · 3 min · Country Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left
2615 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Oak Grove Church Road
15 m · 2 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Gilead and Maine.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Flat Springs Road
Continue straight
28.8 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Mount Gilead and Sunny near Maine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Gilead to Maine?
The road trip is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Cricket is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.8 miles from Mount Gilead and 48.5 miles from Maine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.7 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 2:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.47 one way or $26.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mount Gilead and Sunny near Maine.
Stop Ideas Near Cricket
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 Cricket.
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Salisbury
Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car
Kannapolis
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Gilead and Maine. Straight-line distance: 79.59 mi (128.09 km).
#1 Mount Gilead
Town in Montgomery County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 1,141 |
| Coordinates | 36.2681800, -81.9090000 |
| Altitude | 945 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maine
Maine is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.9312500, -80.5456200 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Grove Church Road (-80.545637, 35.931153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $13.47 | $26.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.06 | $30.12 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.25 | $32.49 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
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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