How far is Navassa, NC from Wilmington, NC?
Fastest route
The distance between Navassa, North Carolina, and Wilmington, North Carolina, is approximately 8.8 miles (14.2 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 16 minutes via US-76 E/Hwy 17 N and Oleander Dr. Follow the directions below for the fastest route due to traffic conditions.
Directions
- 🚗 Head west on N Navassa Rd toward Old Mill Rd NE.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Village Rd NE.
- 🚗 Continue onto NC-133 S/River Rd SE.
- 🚗 Use the left lane to take the US-17 N/US-74 E/US-76 E/NC-133 N ramp to Wilmington.
- 🚗 Merge onto US-17 N/US-74 E/US-76 E.
- 🚗 Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto Oleander Dr.
- 🚗 Arrive in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚦 Check real-time traffic conditions before starting your journey.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS navigation app to stay on the correct route.
- ☕ Take a short break if the journey is long to stay fresh and alert.
- 🚗 Follow the speed limits and traffic rules for a safe trip.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged in case of any emergencies during the drive.
- 🕰️ Allow some extra time in your schedule for unexpected delays.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 09m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Navassa and Wilmington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Navassa and Wilmington.
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Start on Main Street
996 ft · 46 sec · Main Street
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2
Turn right onto Park Avenue
554 ft · 26 sec · Park Avenue
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3
Turn left onto Water Street
705 ft · 31 sec · Water Street
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4
Continue on Brooklyn Street
1637 ft · 1 min · Brooklyn Street
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Turn right onto South Navassa Road
1 mi · 2 min · South Navassa Road
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Turn left onto Village Road Northeast
2512 ft · 1 min · Village Road Northeast
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Continue on River Road Southeast
1111 ft · 29 sec · River Road Southeast
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Take the ramp slight left
1351 ft · 33 sec
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9
Merge slight left onto Ocean Highway East
2 mi · 3 min · Ocean Highway East
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Continue on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
1.2 km · 1 min · Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
551 ft · 15 sec · South 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Navassa and Wilmington.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Ocean Highway East
Merge slight left onto Ocean Highway East
2.01 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Navassa and Sunny near Wilmington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Navassa to Wilmington?
The road trip is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Belville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.8 miles from Navassa and 2.9 miles from Wilmington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.79 one way or $1.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Navassa and Sunny near Wilmington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Navassa and Wilmington. Straight-line distance: 4.13 mi (6.65 km).
#1 Navassa
Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 2,534 |
| Coordinates | 34.2554500, -78.0074900 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilmington
The largest city in the state of North Carolina.
| Population | 124,794 |
| Coordinates | 34.2257300, -77.9447100 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 3rd Street (-77.944833, 34.225717)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.79 | $1.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $0.89 | $1.77 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $0.96 | $1.91 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.12 | $2.25 |
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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