How far is North River Corner, NC from Cape Carteret, NC?
The driving distance from North River Corner, NC to Cape Carteret, NC is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.6 miles (41.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North River Corner and Cape Carteret.
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Start on the route
43 m · 9 sec
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Continue straight
12.8 mi · 20 min
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15.8 mi · 23 min
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0 m · 1 sec · WB McLean Drive
Car Route Details
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15.8 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny leaving North River Corner and Mostly Sunny near Cape Carteret.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from North River Corner to Cape Carteret?
The road trip is about 28.6 miles (46.1 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?
Pine Knoll Shores is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.3 miles from North River Corner and 14.4 miles from Cape Carteret.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.6 miles (41.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.00 one way or $8.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around North River Corner and Mostly Sunny near Cape Carteret.
Stop Ideas Near Pine Knoll Shores
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North River Corner and Cape Carteret. Straight-line distance: 25.58 mi (41.17 km).
#1 North River Corner
North River Corner is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.7826600, -76.6263200 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cape Carteret
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 2,061 |
| Coordinates | 34.6915500, -77.0630000 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: NC 24 (-77.062924, 34.691422)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.47 | $8.95 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $4.83 | $9.65 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
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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