Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11m
Distance
6.9 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albemarle, NC
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New London, NC
Mark Stebnicki
Albemarle, NC to New London, NC is 6.9 miles and takes about 11 minutes via US 52, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within North Carolina, connecting two communities in the Southeast region. It’s a quick drive, mostly on a highway, making it ideal for a straightforward transfer between locations. You won't need much time or fuel for this leg, so it's easy to fit into any schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 52 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| North 1st Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albemarle, NC and New London, NC.
Start on West Main Street
Turn left onto US 52 Business
At end of road, turn right onto US 52
Turn right onto South Main Street
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 52 Business / North 1st Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto US 52
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.10 one way
$2.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.41 | $1.20 | $2.39 |
| premium | $4.78 | $1.30 | $2.60 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $1.45 | $2.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Albemarle on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Partly Cloudy
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 6 at 2:22AM EDT until May 6 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Destination
Evening in New London on Wednesday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Partly Cloudy
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 6 at 2:22AM EDT until May 6 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is predominantly highway, with 75% of the 6.9 miles on US 52. You'll experience a solid stretch of 5.1 miles on US 52 before transitioning to surface streets like North 1st Street and South Main Street. Expect consistent cruising with minimal interruption for the majority of the trip, followed by a brief period on local roads as you reach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 52 and North 1st Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 52 Business / North 1st Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Albemarle, NC to New London, NC is easy. At 11m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 52 Business / North 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 52): Navigation decision point; at 6.5 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 11m. Total distance: 6.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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