Origin
Momford Landing, NC
Morning in Momford Landing on Wednesday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Momford Landing, NC to Holly Ridge, NC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
36m
Distance
24.1 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
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6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holly Ridge, NC
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Trip Overview
The drive from Momford Landing, NC to Holly Ridge, NC covers 24.1 miles and takes about 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Wilmington Highway, KIA/MIA/POW Freeway, Montford Landing Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.2 miles on Wilmington Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12 miles from Momford Landing, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 36m drive with frequent turns across 24.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wilmington Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 19.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 17; NC 24; I 97 / Ronald W. Reagan Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 4.3 miles (US 17; I 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.3 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 17; NC 24; I 97 / Ronald W. Reagan Freeway
Merge onto US 17; NC 24; I 97 / Ronald W. Reagan Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
4.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 17; I 97
Take the exit onto US 17; I 97
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
4.9 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 17 / Wilmington Highway
Merge onto US 17 / Wilmington Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Highway | 19.2 mi | 26m |
| KIA/MIA/POW Freeway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Montford Landing Road | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| Ronald W. Reagan Freeway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 17 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Louis W. Sewell, Jr. Bridge | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Waccamaw Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Wilmington Highway
— 19.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Momford Landing, NC and Holly Ridge, NC.
1
Start on Waccamaw Road
327 ft
·
14 sec
·
Waccamaw Road
2
Continue on Montford Landing Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Montford Landing Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
4
Merge onto US 17; NC 24; I 97
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald W. Reagan Freeway
5
Continue on US 17; NC 24; I 97
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Louis W. Sewell, Jr. Bridge
6
Continue on US 17; NC 24; I 97
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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KIA/MIA/POW Freeway
7
Take the exit onto US 17; I 97
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
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US 17; I 97
8
Merge onto US 17
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Wilmington Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12 miles from Momford Landing, NC, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24.1 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Holly Ridge, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Momford Landing, NC so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Momford Landing, NC
This is one driving day of about 24.1 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Momford Landing, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Wilmington Highway for about 19.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12 mi from Momford Landing, NC · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12 miles from Momford Landing, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Holly Ridge, NC
The final approach into Holly Ridge, NC usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Holly Ridge, NC.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.77 one way
$7.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.12 | $8.24 |
| premium | $4.70 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Holly Ridge, NC
Morning in Holly Ridge on Wednesday
Local time
6:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
36m 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 Momford Landing, NC to Holly Ridge, NC covers 24.1 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wilmington Highway, KIA/MIA/POW Freeway, Montford Landing Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12 miles from Momford Landing, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.77 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 is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 17; NC 24; I 97 / Ronald W. Reagan Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 4.3 miles (US 17; I 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Momford Landing, NC to Holly Ridge, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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