How far is Ruth, NC from Hopewell, NC?
The driving distance from Ruth, NC to Hopewell, NC is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12 miles (19.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ruth and Hopewell.
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Start on Church Street
679 ft · 37 sec · Church Street
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Turn sharp left
59 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Railroad Avenue
5.6 mi · 8 min · Railroad Avenue
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Turn left onto Oak Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Oak Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Broadway Street
2098 ft · 55 sec · South Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
5.9 mi · 10 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Hollis Road
4.4 mi · 7 min · Hollis Road
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Turn right
17 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ruth and Hopewell.
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.
East Main Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
5.91 mi · 00h 10m
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 Ruth and Sunny near Hopewell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ruth to Hopewell?
The road trip is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Forest City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Ruth and 9.1 miles from Hopewell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12 miles (19.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 7:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.54 one way or $5.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ruth and Sunny near Hopewell.
Stop Ideas Near Forest City
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 Forest City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ruth and Hopewell. Straight-line distance: 11.97 mi (19.27 km).
#1 Ruth
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 400 |
| Coordinates | 35.3820700, -81.9470500 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hopewell
Hopewell is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.3829000, -81.7345400 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hopewell (-81.73454, 35.3829)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.54 | $5.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $2.83 | $5.67 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
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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