How far is West Jefferson, NC from Maine, NC?
The driving distance from West Jefferson, NC to Maine, NC is about 77.4 miles (124.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.1 miles (100 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Wilkes County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Jefferson and Maine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Jefferson and Maine.
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Start on North Jefferson Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · North Jefferson Avenue
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Continue straight
9.1 mi · 13 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
16.3 mi · 24 min
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Turn left onto Watson Brame Expressway
26.9 mi · 33 min · Watson Brame Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
1518 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Lone Hickory Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Lone Hickory Road
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Turn right onto Liberty Church Road
8.1 mi · 11 min · Liberty Church Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Country Lane
2.3 mi · 3 min · Country Lane
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At the end of the road, turn left
2615 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Oak Grove Church Road
15 m · 2 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Grove Church Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Jefferson and Maine.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Watson Brame Expressway
Turn left onto Watson Brame Expressway
26.9 mi · 00h 33m
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 Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving West Jefferson and Sunny near Maine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Jefferson to Maine?
The road trip is about 77.4 miles (124.5 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
North Wilkesboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.3 miles from West Jefferson and 39.1 miles from Maine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.1 miles (100 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.81 one way or $21.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around West Jefferson and Sunny near Maine.
Stop Ideas Near North Wilkesboro
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 North Wilkesboro.
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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Winston-Salem State Univ, Winston-Salem, North Car
Kannapolis
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Jefferson and Maine. Straight-line distance: 62.11 mi (99.95 km).
#1 West Jefferson
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 1,313 |
| Coordinates | 36.4037400, -81.4928800 |
| Altitude | 907 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maine
Maine is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.9312500, -80.5456200 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Grove Church Road (-80.545637, 35.931153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.81 | $21.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $12.09 | $24.18 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $13.04 | $26.09 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $15.35 | $30.71 |
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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