How far is Rowan, NC from Clarkton, NC?
The driving distance from Rowan, NC to Clarkton, NC is about 39.8 miles (64 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22 miles (35.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Township in Bladen County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rowan and Clarkton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rowan and Clarkton.
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Start on the route
3.9 mi · 7 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Elwell Ferry Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Elwell Ferry Road
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Continue on Elwell Ferry
127 m · 2 min · Elwell Ferry
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Continue on Elwell Ferry Road
2.7 mi · 6 min · Elwell Ferry Road
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Turn right
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Lisbon Road
10.7 mi · 15 min · Lisbon Road
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Turn straight onto Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
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Continue on Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
37 m · 4 sec · Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
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Turn left onto North College Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North College Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South College Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rowan and Clarkton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lisbon Road
Turn left onto Lisbon Road
10.7 mi · 00h 15m
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 Rowan and Sunny near Clarkton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rowan to Clarkton?
The road trip is about 39.8 miles (64 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Kelly is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.6 miles from Rowan and 24.2 miles from Clarkton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22 miles (35.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.59 one way or $11.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rowan and Sunny near Clarkton.
Stop Ideas Near Kelly
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 Kelly.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rowan and Clarkton. Straight-line distance: 22 mi (35.4 km).
#1 Rowan
Rowan is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.5129500, -78.2711100 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clarkton
City in Bladen County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 741 |
| Coordinates | 34.4873900, -78.6561300 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: South College Street (-78.656038, 34.487368)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.59 | $11.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $6.24 | $12.49 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.93 | $15.86 |
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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