How far is Swansboro, NC from Jacksonville, NC?
The driving distance from Swansboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Swansboro and Jacksonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swansboro and Jacksonville.
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Start on South Water Street
12 m · 7 sec · South Water Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
766 ft · 36 sec · Main Street
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Turn slight left onto West Corbett Avenue
2.7 mi · 6 min · West Corbett Avenue
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Continue on Freedom Way
9.3 mi · 12 min · Freedom Way
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Continue on Lejeune Boulevard
5 mi · 8 min · Lejeune Boulevard
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Keep slight right to continue on Lejeune Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lejeune Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto Johnson Boulevard
3144 ft · 57 sec · Johnson Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Marine Boulevard
1432 ft · 24 sec · 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 Swansboro and Jacksonville.
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.
Freedom Way
Continue on Freedom Way
9.3 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Swansboro and Mostly Sunny near Jacksonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Swansboro to Jacksonville?
The road trip is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
Piney Green is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.6 miles from Swansboro and 9.6 miles from Jacksonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.9 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 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.69 one way or $5.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Swansboro and Mostly Sunny near Jacksonville.
Stop Ideas Near Piney Green
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Swansboro and Jacksonville. Straight-line distance: 18.26 mi (29.38 km).
#1 Swansboro
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 3,394 |
| Coordinates | 34.6876600, -77.1191200 |
| 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: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.01 | $6.02 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $3.82 | $7.65 |
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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