How far is Wilkesboro, NC from Asheville, NC?
The driving distance from Wilkesboro, NC to Asheville, NC is about 102 miles (164.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilkesboro and Asheville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilkesboro and Asheville.
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Start on West Main Street
58 m · 10 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Cherry Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · South Cherry Street
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Turn right
24.3 mi · 35 min
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Turn left onto Morganton Boulevard Southwest
14.5 mi · 22 min · Morganton Boulevard Southwest
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Turn right onto Sanford Drive
1.6 mi · 3 min · Sanford Drive
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Turn right onto North Green Street
3048 ft · 1 min · North Green Street
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Turn left onto Independence Boulevard
1.5 mi · 2 min · Independence Boulevard
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Continue on Jamestown Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Jamestown Road
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Turn right
98 m · 6 sec
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Take the ramp straight
1069 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
46.1 mi · 52 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 Wilkesboro 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.
Jamestown Road
Merge slight left
46.1 mi · 00h 52m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilkesboro to Asheville?
The road trip is about 102 miles (164.2 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
Glen Alpine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.5 miles from Wilkesboro and 52.5 miles from Asheville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.4 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 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.26 one way or $28.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Glen Alpine
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilkesboro and Asheville. Straight-line distance: 86.63 mi (139.41 km).
#1 Wilkesboro
Town in and the county seat of Wilkes County, North Carolina
| Population | 3,430 |
| Coordinates | 36.1459600, -81.1606400 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| 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: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $14.26 | $28.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.94 | $31.89 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $17.20 | $34.40 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
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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