Origin
Beaufort, NC
Afternoon in Beaufort on Thursday
Local time
12:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beaufort, NC to North River Corner, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
8m
Distance
5.6 mi
9 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 8m
★
6 AM
0h 9m
8 AM
0h 10m
10 AM
0h 9m
12 PM
0h 9m
3 PM
0h 9m
5 PM
0h 10m
8 PM
0h 8m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beaufort, NC
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North River Corner, NC
Michael Ken
Trip Overview
The drive from Beaufort, NC to North River Corner, NC covers 5.6 miles and takes about 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 70, Turner Street, Ann Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.9 miles on US 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 8m. Total distance: 5.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 8m highway drive covering 5.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 70 and Turner Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 4.9 miles on US 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and Turner Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Turner Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Beaufort, NC to North River Corner, NC is easy. At 8m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Turner Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (US 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Turner Street
Turn right onto Turner Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 70
Turn right onto US 70
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 70
Turn right onto US 70
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Turner Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Ann Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 4.9 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaufort, NC and North River Corner, NC.
1
Start on Ann Street
298 ft
·
12 sec
·
Ann Street
2
Turn right onto Turner Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Turner Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 70
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US 70
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 70
142 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 70
5
Arrive at destination
US 70
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$0.88 one way
$1.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $0.96 | $1.92 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.04 | $2.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.24 | $2.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.59 | $0.27 |
| Efficient EV | 1.4 | 0 | $0.49 | $0.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.78 | $0.36 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
North River Corner, NC
Afternoon in North River Corner on Thursday
Local time
12:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beaufort, NC to North River Corner, NC covers 5.6 miles and takes about 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 70, Turner Street, Ann Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 2.8 miles from Beaufort, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Beaufort, NC to North River Corner, NC is easy. At 8m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Turner Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (US 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point.
The route from Beaufort, NC to North River Corner, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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