Origin
Burlington, NC
Late night in Burlington on Friday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, NC to Eden, NC
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
47m
Distance
38.3 mi
62 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, NC
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Eden, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Burlington, NC to Eden, NC covers 38.3 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ossipee Road, US 158, West Webb Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.4 miles on Ossipee Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 38.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Burlington, NC to Eden, NC covers 38.3 miles and takes about 47m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ossipee Road is the longest continuous segment at about 20.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NC 87; NC 100 / West Webb Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NC 87; NC 100 / West Webb Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (NC 87 / Ossipee Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (US 158): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NC 87; NC 100 / West Webb Avenue
Turn left onto NC 87; NC 100 / West Webb Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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NC 87 / Ossipee Road
Turn right onto NC 87 / Ossipee Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
25.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 158
Take the exit onto US 158 toward US 158, NC 14: Reidsville, Eden, Yanceyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 158, NC 14: Reidsville, Eden, Yanceyv...
4
25.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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US 158; NC 14
Turn left onto US 158; NC 14
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
37.8 mi into trip
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~46m in
|
United States 87
At end of road, turn right onto United States 87
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Burlington, NC to Eden, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Yanceyville along the way.
Yanceyville
25.3 mi in
|
~30m
|
via US 158
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ossipee Road | 20.4 mi | 23m |
| US 158 | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| West Webb Avenue | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| US 29 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Bethlehem Church Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Harrington Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| United States 87 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Hamilton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ossipee Road
— 20.4 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, NC and Eden, NC.
1
Start on US 70; NC 62
192 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Church Street
2
Turn left onto NC 87; NC 100
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Webb Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto NC 87
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Ossipee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto US 29; US 158
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 29; US 158
6
Take the exit onto US 158
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 158
Toward US 158, NC 14: Reidsville, Eden, Yanceyville
7
Turn left onto US 158; NC 14
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 158; NC 14
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto US 311; NC 87; NC 770
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Harrington Highway
9
Turn right onto Bethlehem Church Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Bethlehem Church Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto United States 87
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
United States 87
11
Continue on South Hamilton Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Hamilton Street
12
Arrive at destination
South Hamilton Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.2 mi from Burlington, NC · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Burlington, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eden, NC
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Eden, NC if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.99 one way
$11.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
| premium | $4.70 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.46 | $16.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Eden, NC
Late night in Eden on Friday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
47m 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 Burlington, NC to Eden, NC covers 38.3 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ossipee Road, US 158, West Webb Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.2 miles from Burlington, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.99 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.3 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NC 87; NC 100 / West Webb Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (NC 87 / Ossipee Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (US 158): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Burlington, NC to Eden, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Yanceyville along the way.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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