Henderson, NC Road Trips
With 2 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Henderson, NC works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 72-mile quick runs to 299-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Henderson, NC head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
298.8 mi
Chapel Hill, NC
Quickest Drive
1h 7m
West Raleigh, NC
Plan Around Henderson, NC
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Henderson, NC is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Henderson, NC
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Henderson, NC
Driving from Henderson, NC
On average, trips departing from Henderson, NC run 185 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 44m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 299 miles (6h 4m), while the shortest is just 72 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Henderson, NC most often head toward Chapel Hill, NC (298.8 mi, 6h 4m) and Burlington, NC (71.8 mi, 1h 24m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NC currently averages around $3.84 per gallon. For the typical 185-mile trip from Henderson, NC, budget about $28 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Henderson, NC and 3 routes heading into Henderson, NC, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 72 to 299 miles.
The longest mapped route from Henderson, NC covers 299 miles and takes approximately 6h 4m. Shorter options start at just 72 miles.
The average route from Henderson, NC runs about 185 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 44m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.84/gallon for regular), the average 185-mile trip from Henderson, NC costs roughly $28 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Henderson, NC include Chapel Hill, NC and Burlington, NC. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Henderson, NC by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
14,922
Median Income
$38,780
Median Home Value
$116,800
Median Age
36.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Henderson, NC at a Glance
Founded
1841
Elevation
440 ft
Area
9 mi²
Notable People from Henderson, NC
A sampling of people born in Henderson, NC.
Ben E. King
1938–2015
American singer (1938–2015)
Charlie Rose
1942
American TV interviewer and journalist (born 1942)
Shirley Owens
1941
American singer
David Henderson
1964
American basketball player and coach
Duke Buchan
1963
American diplomat (born 1963)
Charlie Briggs
1932–1985
actor (1932–1985)
Henry P. Cheatham
1857–1935
American politician (1857-1935)
Elson Floyd
1956–2015
American academic
Charlotte Hawkins Brown
1883–1961
American educator (1883-1961)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Henderson, NC.
Vance County Courthouse
county courthouse in Henderson, United States of America
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Traveler Guide to Henderson, NC
Henderson is in North Carolina.
Henderson has had a number of luminaries such as commentator Charlie Rose, Danny Flowers of "Tulsa Time", and Ben E. King who brought us "Stand By Me", but the town unfortunately is rather beleaguered and hurting it seems for vitality.
1 Kerr Lake State Recreation Area, 269 Glass House Rd, ☏ +1 252-438-7791. Swimming and fishing available on this large body of water.
Sleep Inn, 18 Market Street, ☏ +1 252-433-9449, fax: +1 252-433-9423. Pet friendly, free breakfast, fitness center, internet, and meeting space. Hampton Inn Henderson, 385 Ruin Creek Road, ☏ +1 252-492-3007, fax: +1 252-492-3088. Free breakfast, internet, fitness center. Red Roof PLUS+ Henderson, 200 Simmons Street, ☏ +1 252-438-6300. Free Wi-fi.
Henderson is directly connected by highway with Durham (Interstate 85), Raleigh (US 1), Richmond (Interstate 85), and Roanoke Rapids (US 158). The nearest commercial airport serving the area is Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU IATA). Greyhound serves Henderson. The stop is located at 230 Vanco Mill Rd.
Travel tips adapted from Henderson (North Carolina) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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