How far is Nags Head, NC from Avon, NC?
The driving distance from Nags Head, NC to Avon, NC is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
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
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Township in Dare County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nags Head and Avon.
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Start on South Virginia Dare Trail
24 m · 4 sec · South Virginia Dare Trail
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Turn right onto East Soundside Road
144 m · 25 sec · East Soundside Road
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Turn left onto South Croatan Highway
3.7 mi · 6 min · South Croatan Highway
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Turn slight left onto Cape Hatteras National Park Road
3.3 mi · 4 min · Cape Hatteras National Park Road
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Continue straight
20.4 mi · 29 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
22 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
17.2 mi · 28 min
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Turn right onto Harbor Road
2370 ft · 1 min · Harbor Road
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Turn left onto Methodist Church Road
13 m · 2 sec · Methodist Church Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Methodist Church Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nags Head and Avon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Cape Hatteras National Park Road
Continue straight
20.4 mi · 00h 29m
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 Nags Head and Mostly Sunny near Avon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nags Head to Avon?
The road trip is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Wanchese is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Nags Head and 22.5 miles from Avon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.30 one way or $12.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Nags Head and Mostly Sunny near Avon.
Stop Ideas Near Wanchese
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 Wanchese.
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nags Head and Avon. Straight-line distance: 42.3 mi (68.08 km).
#1 Nags Head
City in Dare County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 2,997 |
| Coordinates | 35.9573900, -75.6240600 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Avon
Avon is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.3521200, -75.5104300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Avon (-75.51043, 35.35212)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $8.94 | $17.88 |
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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