Origin
Rowan, NC
Afternoon in Rowan on Saturday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rowan, NC to Clarkton, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rowan, NC to Clarkton, NC covers 31.3 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Elwell Ferry Road, Elwell Ferry, Lisbon Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Elwell Ferry Road | — | — |
| Elwell Ferry | — | — |
| Lisbon Road | — | — |
| Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road | — | — |
| North College Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Elwell Ferry Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rowan, NC and Clarkton, NC.
1
Start on the route
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right
5.0 mi
·
6 min
3
Turn left onto Elwell Ferry Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Elwell Ferry Road
4
Continue on Elwell Ferry
417 ft
·
1 min
·
Elwell Ferry
5
Continue on Elwell Ferry Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Elwell Ferry Road
6
Turn right
4.4 mi
·
5 min
7
Turn left onto Lisbon Road
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Lisbon Road
8
Turn straight onto Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
9
Continue on Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
121 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mercer Mill Brown Marsh Road
10
Turn left onto North College Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Street
11
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Rowan, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.89 one way
$9.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.35 | $10.70 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Clarkton, NC
Afternoon in Clarkton on Saturday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
1 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
51m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
31.3 mi in 51m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Elwell Ferry Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rowan, NC to Clarkton, NC is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rowan, NC to Clarkton, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
119 ft
22 ft
Total Climb
110 ft
Total Descent
67 ft
Highest Point
119 ft
~24.6 mi in
Elevation Range
97 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rowan, NC to Clarkton, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes — Moores Creek National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clarkton, NC before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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