How far is Simpson, NC from Hudsons Crossroads, NC?
The driving distance from Simpson, NC to Hudsons Crossroads, NC is about 3.6 miles (5.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.4 miles (5.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 11m 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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Township in Pitt County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Simpson and Hudsons Crossroads.
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Start on Virginia Street
1333 ft · 36 sec · Virginia Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto McDonald Street
636 ft · 16 sec · McDonald Street
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Continue on Blackjack-Simpson Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Blackjack-Simpson Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Blackjack-Simpson Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Simpson and Hudsons Crossroads.
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.
Blackjack-Simpson Road
Continue on Blackjack-Simpson Road
3.23 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Simpson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hudsons Crossroads.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Simpson to Hudsons Crossroads?
The road trip is about 3.6 miles (5.8 km) and usually takes 00h 05m 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?
Grimesland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.8 miles from Simpson and 1.8 miles from Hudsons Crossroads.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.4 miles (5.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.2 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 $0.51 one way or $1.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Simpson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hudsons Crossroads.
Stop Ideas Near Grimesland
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Simpson and Hudsons Crossroads. Straight-line distance: 3.34 mi (5.37 km).
#1 Simpson
Village in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 483 |
| Coordinates | 35.5751600, -77.2785700 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hudsons Crossroads
Hudsons Crossroads is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.5293300, -77.2599600 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hudsons Crossroads (-77.25996, 35.52933)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 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 03m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.51 | $1.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $0.58 | $1.15 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $0.62 | $1.24 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $0.73 | $1.46 |
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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