How far is Shallotte, NC from Jacksonville, NC?
The driving distance from Shallotte, NC to Jacksonville, NC is about 89.8 miles (144.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.7 miles (123.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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 01h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in New Hanover County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shallotte and Jacksonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shallotte and Jacksonville.
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Start on Mulberry Street
23 m · 9 sec · Mulberry Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Ocean Highway West
22.6 mi · 30 min · Ocean Highway West
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Take the exit slight right toward I 140: Topsail Island, Jacksonville, New Bern
25.4 mi · 28 min
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Continue on Market Street
9.1 mi · 14 min · Market Street
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Continue straight
29.8 mi · 42 min
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Continue on South Marine Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Marine Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Marine Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shallotte and Jacksonville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Market Street
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29.8 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Shallotte and Sunny near Jacksonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shallotte to Jacksonville?
The road trip is about 89.8 miles (144.5 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Northchase is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.9 miles from Shallotte and 44.9 miles from Jacksonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.7 miles (123.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 3:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.56 one way or $25.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Shallotte and Sunny near Jacksonville.
Stop Ideas Near Northchase
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Founders Park
Lanier Parking
Leland Police-Animal Control
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Northchase.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shallotte and Jacksonville. Straight-line distance: 76.69 mi (123.42 km).
#1 Shallotte
City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 4,409 |
| Coordinates | 33.9732300, -78.3858400 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jacksonville
The most populous city in Onslow County, North Carolina.
| Population | 76,284 |
| Coordinates | 34.7540500, -77.4302400 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marine Boulevard (-77.43026, 34.754117)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $12.56 | $25.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $17.83 | $35.66 |
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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