Origin
Wilmington, NC
Afternoon in Wilmington on Wednesday
Local time
3:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilmington, NC to Bermuda Run, NC
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 42m
Distance
239.8 mi
386 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 29m
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6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 52m
12 PM
4h 49m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 8m
8 PM
4h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Wilmington, NC to Bermuda Run, NC covers 239.8 miles and takes about 4h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 3rd Street, Andrew Jackson Highway, American Indian Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
119.9 miles from Wilmington, NC
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 4h 42m drive with frequent turns across 239.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 3rd Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 42m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wilmington, NC to Bermuda Run, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Andrew Jackson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| American Indian Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| G R Kindley Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 73 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 74 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South 3rd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmington, NC and Bermuda Run, NC.
1
Start on South 3rd Street
371 ft
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14 sec
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South 3rd Street
2
Continue on South 3rd Street
509 ft
·
23 sec
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South 3rd Street
3
Turn right
3.5 mi
·
4 min
4
Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
60 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
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Andrew Jackson Highway
5
Continue on American Indian Highway
34 mi
·
36 min
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American Indian Highway
6
Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
7
Keep slight left to continue on G R Kindley Freeway
11 mi
·
11 min
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G R Kindley Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Rockingham
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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US 1: Rockingham
9
Turn right
1.1 mi
·
1 min
10
Turn straight
4.4 mi
·
6 min
11
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
58 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
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I 73 North, I 74 West, US 220 North: Asheboro
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 74 West: High Point, Winston-Salem
31 mi
·
35 min
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I 74 West: High Point, Winston-Salem
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
15
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
15 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward Harper Road, Tanglewood
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Harper Road, Tanglewood
17
Turn left onto Harper Road
0.3 mi
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37 sec
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Harper Road
18
Turn right onto Clemmons Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Clemmons Road
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Bermuda Run Drive
157 ft
·
3 sec
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Bermuda Run Drive
20
Exit the roundabout onto Bermuda Run Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Bermuda Run Drive
21
Continue on Bermuda Run Drive
0.2 mi
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39 sec
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Bermuda Run Drive
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 119.9 miles from Wilmington, NC, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.9 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bermuda Run, NC than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wilmington, 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 Wilmington, NC
This is one driving day of about 239.8 miles and 4h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wilmington, NC.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119.9 mi from Wilmington, NC · 2h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 119.9 miles from Wilmington, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bermuda Run, NC
The final approach into Bermuda Run, 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 Bermuda Run, 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
$37.50 one way
$75.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $41.00 | $82.00 |
| premium | $4.70 | $44.38 | $88.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.94 | $105.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.9 | 0 | $25.18 | $11.51 |
| Efficient EV | 60 | 0 | $20.98 | $9.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.9 | 1 | $33.57 | $15.35 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Bermuda Run, NC
Afternoon in Bermuda Run on Wednesday
Local time
3:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
4h 42m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Wilmington, NC to Bermuda Run, NC covers 239.8 miles and takes about 4h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 3rd Street, Andrew Jackson Highway, American Indian Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119.9 miles from Wilmington, NC. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 42m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wilmington, NC to Bermuda Run, NC is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wilmington, NC to Bermuda Run, NC does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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