Origin
Manteo, NC
Afternoon in Manteo on Thursday
Local time
12:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manteo, NC to Avon, NC
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manteo, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
The drive from Manteo, NC to Avon, NC covers 46.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Cape Hatteras National Park Road, NC 12, US 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.6 miles on Cape Hatteras National Park Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 46.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Manteo, NC to Avon, NC covers 46.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m, 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 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cape Hatteras National Park Road is the longest continuous segment at about 23.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near US 64.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Manteo, NC to Avon, NC is easy. At 1h 11m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (US 64): Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (NC 12): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 46 miles (SR 1224 / Harbor Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 64
Turn left onto US 64
Navigation decision point
4
28.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
NC 12
Enter roundabout onto NC 12
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
46 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
SR 1224 / Harbor Road
Turn right onto SR 1224 / Harbor Road
Navigation decision point
3
46.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Methodist Church Road
Turn left onto Methodist Church Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Hatteras National Park Road | 23.6 mi | 33m |
| NC 12 | 17.2 mi | 28m |
| US 64 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| N US Highway 64 | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Harbor Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Virginia Dare Trail | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Methodist Church Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Cape Hatteras National Park Road
— 23.6 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manteo, NC and Avon, NC.
1
Start on US 64
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
N US Highway 64
2
Turn left onto US 64
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 64
3
Continue on US 64; SR 1540
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Virginia Dare Trail
4
Turn right onto NC 12
24 mi
·
33 min
·
Cape Hatteras National Park Road
5
Enter roundabout onto NC 12
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
NC 12
6
Continue on NC 12
17 mi
·
28 min
·
NC 12
7
Turn right onto SR 1224
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Road
8
Turn left onto Methodist Church Road
42 ft
·
1 sec
·
Methodist Church Road
9
Arrive at destination
Methodist Church Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.2 mi from Manteo, NC · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Manteo, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Avon, NC
The final approach into Avon, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.26 one way
$14.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $7.93 | $15.87 |
| premium | $4.70 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Avon, NC
Afternoon in Avon on Thursday
Local time
12:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 11m 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 Manteo, NC to Avon, NC covers 46.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cape Hatteras National Park Road, NC 12, US 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.2 miles from Manteo, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.26 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 Manteo, NC to Avon, NC is easy. At 1h 11m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (US 64): Navigation decision point; at 28.8 miles (NC 12): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 46 miles (SR 1224 / Harbor Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Manteo, NC to Avon, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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