How far is Stackhouse, NC from Hot Springs, NC?
The driving distance from Stackhouse, NC to Hot Springs, NC is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.5 miles (5.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m 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.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Town in Orange County, North Carolina, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stackhouse and Hot Springs.
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Start on the route
16 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight left
153 m · 30 sec
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Continue on Stackhouse Road
2.3 mi · 9 min · Stackhouse Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
2 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
5 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto North Spring Street
141 m · 22 sec · North Spring Street
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Continue on North Surpentine Avenue
1114 ft · 49 sec · North Surpentine Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Surpentine Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stackhouse and Hot Springs.
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.
Longest stretch
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5.02 mi · 00h 08m
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 Stackhouse and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stackhouse to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 9.8 miles (15.7 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Chapel Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.8 miles from Stackhouse and 4.9 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.5 miles (5.7 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 7:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.39 one way or $2.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Stackhouse and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stackhouse and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 3.52 mi (5.66 km).
#1 Stackhouse
Stackhouse is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8814900, -82.7698600 |
| Altitude | 428 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hot Springs
City in Madison County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 574 |
| Coordinates | 35.8926300, -82.8311200 |
| Altitude | 406 |
| Country | United States |
End: Surpentine Avenue (-82.831014, 35.89259)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $1.39 | $2.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $1.55 | $3.10 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.67 | $3.34 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.97 | $3.94 |
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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