How far is Oakwoods, NC from Wilkesboro, NC?
The driving distance from Oakwoods, NC to Wilkesboro, NC is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.6 miles (4.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 12m 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 Wilkes County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oakwoods and Wilkesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakwoods and Wilkesboro.
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Start on Country Club Road
25 m · 3 sec · Country Club Road
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Turn right onto Brushy Mountain Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Brushy Mountain Road
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Continue on Oakwoods Road
109 m · 9 sec · Oakwoods Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
73 m · 7 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1280 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
3128 ft · 49 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward NC 16 South, NC 18: Wilkesboro, Taylorsville, Lenoir
1005 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto South Cherry Street
3217 ft · 58 sec · South Cherry Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
58 m · 5 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oakwoods and Wilkesboro.
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.
Brushy Mountain Road
Turn right onto Brushy Mountain Road
1.62 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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Oakwoods and Chance Rain Showers near Wilkesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oakwoods to Wilkesboro?
The road trip is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km) and usually takes 00h 06m 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?
North Wilkesboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.7 miles from Oakwoods and 1.7 miles from Wilkesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.6 miles (4.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.48 one way or $0.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Oakwoods and Chance Rain Showers near Wilkesboro.
Stop Ideas Near North Wilkesboro
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 North Wilkesboro.
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Kannapolis
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oakwoods and Wilkesboro. Straight-line distance: 2.62 mi (4.21 km).
#1 Oakwoods
Oakwoods is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.1148500, -81.1339700 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilkesboro
Town in and the county seat of Wilkes County, North Carolina
| Population | 3,430 |
| Coordinates | 36.1459600, -81.1606400 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-81.160734, 36.146126)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.48 | $0.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $0.53 | $1.06 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $0.57 | $1.15 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $0.67 | $1.35 |
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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