How far is Wilmington, NC from Boiling Spring Lakes, NC?
The driving distance from Wilmington, NC to Boiling Spring Lakes, NC is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilmington and Boiling Spring Lakes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmington and Boiling Spring Lakes.
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Start on South 3rd Street
113 m · 14 sec · South 3rd Street
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Continue on South 3rd Street
155 m · 23 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
2844 ft · 41 sec
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Continue straight
8.9 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight left
8.1 mi · 11 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · George II Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilmington and Boiling Spring Lakes.
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.
South 3rd Street
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8.89 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
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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 Wilmington and Sunny near Boiling Spring Lakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilmington to Boiling Spring Lakes?
The road trip is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Leland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Wilmington and 10.6 miles from Boiling Spring Lakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 7:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.97 one way or $5.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wilmington and Sunny near Boiling Spring Lakes.
Stop Ideas Near Leland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Founders Park
Brunswick County Government Complex
Leland Police-Animal Control
Town Hall Lot
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Leland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilmington and Boiling Spring Lakes. Straight-line distance: 15.2 mi (24.47 km).
#1 Wilmington
The largest city in the state of North Carolina.
| Population | 124,794 |
| Coordinates | 34.2257300, -77.9447100 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Boiling Spring Lakes
City in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America
| Population | 6,430 |
| Coordinates | 34.0304500, -78.0672100 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
End: Boiling Spring Lakes (-78.06721, 34.03045)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $2.97 | $5.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $3.58 | $7.17 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $4.22 | $8.44 |
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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