How far is Spencer, NC from Asheville, NC?
The driving distance from Spencer, NC to Asheville, NC is about 131.4 miles (211.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 26m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spencer and Asheville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spencer and Asheville.
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Start on South Carolina Avenue
1594 ft · 1 min · South Carolina Avenue
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Turn left onto 7th Street
1275 ft · 37 sec · 7th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Salisbury Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · South Salisbury Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
3025 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West 11th Street
920 ft · 25 sec · West 11th Street
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Continue on Club House Drive
2054 ft · 1 min · Club House Drive
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Turn left onto Confederate Avenue
2478 ft · 1 min · Confederate Avenue
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Continue on Mahaley Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Mahaley Avenue
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Continue on Statesville Boulevard
16 mi · 21 min · Statesville Boulevard
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Continue straight
11.4 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Hickory
1130 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
94.6 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Billy Graham Freeway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Billy Graham Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25
918 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
14 m · 3 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 Spencer and Asheville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hickory
Merge slight left
94.6 mi · 01h 48m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Spencer and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Asheville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spencer to Asheville?
The road trip is about 131.4 miles (211.4 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Connelly Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.2 miles from Spencer and 66.2 miles from Asheville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.38 one way or $36.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Spencer and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Asheville.
Stop Ideas Near Connelly Springs
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Connelly Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spencer and Asheville. Straight-line distance: 119.15 mi (191.76 km).
#1 Spencer
Town in North Carolina
| Population | 3,260 |
| Coordinates | 35.6923600, -80.4347800 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Asheville
The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
| Population | 92,852 |
| Coordinates | 35.6009500, -82.5540200 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-82.554029, 35.600953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $18.38 | $36.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $20.55 | $41.10 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $22.17 | $44.34 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $26.10 | $52.19 |
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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