How far is Tyro, NC from Asheville, NC?
The driving distance from Tyro, NC to Asheville, NC is about 138.2 miles (222.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.2 miles (198.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m 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 18m.
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.
City in Burke County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tyro and Asheville.
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Start on the route
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto West Old US Hwy 64
2.9 mi · 5 min · West Old US Hwy 64
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At the end of the road, turn left
12.4 mi · 19 min
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Turn left onto Wilkesboro Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · Wilkesboro Street
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Take the exit left
1312 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
114.3 mi · 2 hr 10 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 Tyro 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.
Wilkesboro Street
Merge slight left
114 mi · 02h 10m
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.
Sunny leaving Tyro and Sunny near Asheville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tyro to Asheville?
The road trip is about 138.2 miles (222.4 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Hildebran is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.3 miles from Tyro and 67.9 miles from Asheville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.2 miles (198.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 1:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.33 one way or $38.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tyro and Sunny near Asheville.
Stop Ideas Near Hildebran
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hildebran.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tyro and Asheville. Straight-line distance: 123.22 mi (198.3 km).
#1 Tyro
Tyro is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8090300, -80.3728300 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| 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: 222 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $19.33 | $38.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $21.61 | $43.23 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $23.32 | $46.63 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $27.45 | $54.89 |
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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