Origin
North River Corner, NC
Evening in North River Corner on Thursday
Local time
8:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North River Corner, NC to Cape Carteret, NC
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
28.7 mi
46 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North River Corner, NC
Michael Ken
Trip Overview
The drive from North River Corner, NC to Cape Carteret, NC covers 28.7 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NC 24, US 70, WB McLean Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.8 miles on NC 24. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 28.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 43m highway drive covering 28.7 miles, with most of the trip on NC 24 and US 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.8 miles on NC 24.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NC 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NC 24 and US 70. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 70.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from North River Corner, NC to Cape Carteret, NC is easy. At 43m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (NC 24): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 70
Continue onto US 70
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
12.8 mi into trip
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~20m in
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NC 24
Turn left onto NC 24
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NC 24 | 15.8 mi | 22m |
| US 70 | 12.8 mi | 20m |
| WB McLean Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
NC 24
— 15.8 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North River Corner, NC and Cape Carteret, NC.
1
Start on US 70
142 ft
·
9 sec
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US 70
2
Continue on US 70
13 mi
·
20 min
·
US 70
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn left onto NC 24
16 mi
·
22 min
·
NC 24
Use the left lane.
4
Arrive at destination
NC 24
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.49 one way
$8.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $4.91 | $9.81 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Cape Carteret, NC
Evening in Cape Carteret on Thursday
Local time
8:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
9 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
43m 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 North River Corner, NC to Cape Carteret, NC covers 28.7 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NC 24, US 70, WB McLean Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.3 miles from North River Corner, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.49 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 North River Corner, NC to Cape Carteret, NC is easy. At 43m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (NC 24): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North River Corner, NC to Cape Carteret, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Cape Lookout National Seashore.
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