Origin
Swansboro, NC
Late night in Swansboro on Wednesday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Swansboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
28m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 27m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Swansboro, NC
Michael Ken
Jacksonville, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Swansboro and Jacksonville, North Carolina, you are looking at a quick 19.2-mile journey that typically takes about 28 minutes. This trip sits entirely within the Southeast region, making it a straightforward connection between two coastal-area communities. Because the travel time is so brief, you can easily complete this as a day trip without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $3 for fuel to cover the distance, assuming standard vehicle efficiency. It is a highly practical route for those moving between the towns, offering a no-fuss way to reach your destination quickly.
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
9.6 miles from Swansboro, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of local roads, with Freedom Way serving as the longest uninterrupted stretch at 9.3 miles. The character of the drive is defined by the transitions between West Corbett Avenue and Lejeune Boulevard as you move toward your destination. Because you are avoiding major highways entirely, the pace remains steady but requires your full attention on the road layout. It is a functional, winding path that keeps you engaged with the local geography throughout the entire 28-minute duration.
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.
Freedom Way is the longest continuous segment at about 9.3 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 early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 3 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (NC 24 Business / Lejeune Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 18.9 miles (US 17 Business; NC 24 Business / Marine Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
17.2 mi into trip
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~25m in
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NC 24 Business / Lejeune Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto NC 24 Business / Lejeune Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
18.9 mi into trip
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~28m in
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US 17 Business; NC 24 Business / Marine Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto US 17 Business; NC 24 Business / Marine Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom Way | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| Lejeune Boulevard | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| West Corbett Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Johnson Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Marine Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Water Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Freedom Way
— 9.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swansboro, NC and Jacksonville, NC.
1
Start on South Water Street
38 ft
·
7 sec
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South Water Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
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Main Street
3
Turn slight left onto NC 24
2.7 mi
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5 min
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West Corbett Avenue
4
Continue on NC 24
9.3 mi
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11 min
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Freedom Way
5
Continue on NC 24
5.0 mi
·
7 min
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Lejeune Boulevard
6
Keep slight right at fork onto NC 24 Business
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Lejeune Boulevard
7
Turn slight right onto NC 24 Business
0.6 mi
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56 sec
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Johnson Boulevard
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 17 Business; NC 24 Business
0.3 mi
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24 sec
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Marine Boulevard
9
Arrive at destination
US 17 Business; NC 24 Business
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 19.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the drive is quick enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that because the road is turn-heavy, you should stay alert at intersections when transitioning between Freedom Way and Lejeune Boulevard. Prioritize checking your fuel levels before you leave; with a $3 estimate, it is a very inexpensive drive to manage. Take advantage of the short travel time to build extra buffer into your schedule for your arrival in Jacksonville.
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 9.6 miles from Swansboro, NC, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 19.2 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Swansboro, 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 Swansboro, NC
This is one driving day of about 19.2 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Swansboro, 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 Freedom Way for about 9.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.6 mi from Swansboro, NC · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 19.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.6 miles from Swansboro, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jacksonville, NC
The final approach into Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, 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
$3.00 one way
$6.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.28 | $6.57 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Jacksonville, NC
Late night in Jacksonville on Wednesday
Local time
1:33 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
28m 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 Swansboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC covers 19.2 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Freedom Way, Lejeune Boulevard, West Corbett Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.6 miles from Swansboro, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.00 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 28m drive. You will face about 3 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (NC 24 Business / Lejeune Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 18.9 miles (US 17 Business; NC 24 Business / Marine Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Swansboro, NC to Jacksonville, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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