How far is Newton, NC from Burlington, NC?
The driving distance from Newton, NC to Burlington, NC is about 113.3 miles (182.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.1 miles (167.5 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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newton and Burlington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newton and Burlington.
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Start on North Main Avenue
32 m · 4 sec · North Main Avenue
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Turn left onto West 8th Street
2022 ft · 1 min · West 8th Street
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Turn right onto North Frye Avenue
2400 ft · 59 sec · North Frye Avenue
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Turn left onto West 15th Street
134 m · 21 sec · West 15th Street
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Turn right onto Northwest Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · Northwest Boulevard
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Turn right onto Conover Boulevard West
1.6 km · 2 min · Conover Boulevard West
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Continue on 7th Avenue Northeast
2417 ft · 46 sec · 7th Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Rockbarn Road
2094 ft · 40 sec · Rockbarn Road
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Continue on Rock Barn Road Northeast
1 mi · 2 min · Rock Barn Road Northeast
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Turn right
104 m · 9 sec
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Take the ramp straight
846 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
78.4 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Greensboro, Martinsville
7.8 mi · 10 min
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Merge slight right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
17.1 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 62: Burlington Downtown, Alamance
1181 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Alamance Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Alamance Road
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Turn slight right onto South Church Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · South Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Newton and Burlington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Rock Barn Road Northeast
Merge slight left
78.4 mi · 01h 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.
Sunny leaving Newton and Sunny near Burlington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newton to Burlington?
The road trip is about 113.3 miles (182.3 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?
Clemmons is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.7 miles from Newton and 56.5 miles from Burlington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.1 miles (167.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 $15.84 one way or $31.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Newton and Sunny near Burlington.
Stop Ideas Near Clemmons
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 Clemmons.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newton and Burlington. Straight-line distance: 104.09 mi (167.52 km).
#1 Newton
City in Catawba County, North Carolina, United States
| Population | 13,224 |
| Coordinates | 35.6698600, -81.2214700 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burlington
The most populous city in Alamance County, North Carolina.
| Population | 55,599 |
| Coordinates | 36.0956900, -79.4378000 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Church Street (-79.437732, 36.095621)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.84 | $31.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $19.11 | $38.22 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $22.50 | $44.99 |
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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