Jacksonville, NC Road Trips
Drivers starting from Jacksonville, NC have 12 mapped routes to choose from, making it a accessible departure city in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 181-mile quick runs to 367-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Jacksonville, NC head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
12
Longest Drive
367 mi
Albemarle, NC
Quickest Drive
3h 53m
Asheboro, NC
Plan Around Jacksonville, NC
Continue From Jacksonville, NC
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Jacksonville, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Albemarle, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Archdale, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Kings Mountain, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Davidson, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Belmont, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Waxhaw, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Stokesdale, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Eden, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Kernersville, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Oak Ridge, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Thomasville, NC
Jacksonville, NC to Asheboro, NC
Driving from Jacksonville, NC
On average, trips departing from Jacksonville, NC run 242 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 59m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 367 miles (7h 12m), while the shortest is just 181 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Jacksonville, NC most often head toward Albemarle, NC (367 mi, 7h 12m), Archdale, NC (275.6 mi, 5h 49m), Kings Mountain, NC (271.5 mi, 5h 45m), Davidson, NC (265 mi, 5h 29m), and Belmont, NC (253.1 mi, 5h 24m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NC currently averages around $3.96 per gallon. For the typical 242-mile trip from Jacksonville, NC, budget about $38 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 12 mapped routes leaving Jacksonville, NC and 0 routes heading into Jacksonville, NC, covering 12 total connections. Distances range from 181 to 367 miles.
The longest mapped route from Jacksonville, NC covers 367 miles and takes approximately 7h 12m. Shorter options start at just 181 miles.
The average route from Jacksonville, NC runs about 242 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 59m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.96/gallon for regular), the average 242-mile trip from Jacksonville, NC costs roughly $38 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Jacksonville, NC include Albemarle, NC, Archdale, NC, Kings Mountain, NC and Davidson, NC. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Jacksonville, NC by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
73,507
Median Income
$54,069
Median Home Value
$191,700
Median Age
23.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Jacksonville, NC at a Glance
Founded
1757
Elevation
15 ft
Area
51 mi²
Notable People from Jacksonville, NC
A sampling of people born in Jacksonville, NC.
A.J. Styles
1977
American professional wrestler
Ryan Adams
1974
American musician
Edwin Hodge
1985
American actor (born 1985)
Elizabeth Dennehy
1960
American actress
Jamal Shuler
1986
American basketball player
Michael Walsh
1949
American music critic, author, screenwriter, media critic, and cultural-political consultant
Jacob Evans
1997
American basketball player
Edward Bishop Dudley
1789–1855
American politician (1789-1855)
Danielle Peck
1978
American musician
City data from Wikidata (Q986369), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Jacksonville, NC
Jacksonville is the county seat of Onslow County, North Carolina. The home of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station New River. Jacksonville is in North Carolina's Inner Banks region, approximately a one hour away from the "Port City" Wilmington.
Beirut Memorial, near Highway 24, a tribute to the men and women who died in Beirut, Lebanon on October 23, 1983. September 11th Memorial, an element of which is a piece of the world trade centers.
Jacksonville is less than a 30-minute drive to Topsail Island's great beaches. These beaches are open to the public and there are many free public parking areas with facilities and access to the beach. There are also rental properties available throughout the island; both for short and long-term rentals.
Duck's Grille & Bar, 1207 Gum Branch Rd, ☏ +1 910 455-9128. Daily 11:30AM-2AM. Kettle Diner, 300 Marine Blvd, ☏ +1 910 455-7739.
Spankys Sports Bar & Grill, 2532 Onslow Drive, ☏ +1 910 347-0003.
Days Inn, 505 North Marine Blvd., ☏ +1 910 347-5131. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. Approximately $100 standard. 1 Sleep Inn & Suites Jacksonville Near Camp Lejeune, 129 Circuit Ln, ☏ +1 910 478-0099. Rectangular outdoor pool. (updated Nov 2021) 2 Quality Inn Jacksonville Near Camp Lejeune, 2139 N Marine Blvd, ☏ +1 910 938-0800. Similar rectangular pool. (updated Nov 2021) 3 Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Camp Lejeune/Jacksonville, 2411 Commerce Rd, ☏ +1 910 333-9232. Unexciting pool. (updated Nov 2021) Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott, 121 Circuit Lane, ☏ +1 910 938-4499. $114 standard. Towneplace Suites by Marriott, 400 North West Drive, ☏ +1 910 478-9795. $124-164 standard.
1 Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ IATA). Only has service from Charlotte Douglas (CLT IATA) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta (ATL IATA) airports, you must get a connecting flight from one of these to get here from other destinations. (updated May 2019) Sky Manor Airport (FAA LID: N22). (updated May 2019)
Onslow United Transit System, 605 New Bridge Street, ☏ +1 910 346-2998.
Travel tips adapted from Jacksonville (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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