Origin
Burlington, NC
Late night in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, NC to Clemmons, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
58.7 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, NC
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Clemmons, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Burlington to Clemmons, you can expect a manageable 58.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $9, it is an economical way to navigate between these two Southeast locations. You will primarily navigate via West Webb Avenue, South Fisher Street, and South Church Street rather than utilizing major interstate corridors. Since the entire trip takes place within North Carolina, it offers a straightforward local transit experience that avoids the complexities of long-haul travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 42.8 mi | 50m |
| Sam Hunt Freeway | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| South Church Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Alamance Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Lewisville Clemmons Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Fisher Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Webb Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Clemmons Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 42.8 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, NC and Clemmons, NC.
1
Start on US 70; NC 62
192 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Church Street
2
Turn left onto NC 87; NC 100
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Webb Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 70; NC 62
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Fisher Street
4
Turn straight onto US 70; NC 62
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto NC 62
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Alamance Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 40 West, I 85 South: Greensboro
7
Merge onto I 40; I 85
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Sam Hunt Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 40; US 220
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
23 mi
·
25 min
·
I 40
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 184
Toward Lewisville, Clemmons
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Lewisville Clemmons Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lewisville Clemmons Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on US 158
107 ft
·
18 sec
·
Clemmons Road
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
US 158
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Burlington, NC, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 57.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 West, I 85 South: Greensboro
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 West, I 85 South: Greensboro
6
14.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
22.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 40; US 220
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 220
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
35 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Winston-Salem, Statesville
8
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Lewisville, Clemmons
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 184
Toward Lewisville, Clemmons
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.18 one way
$18.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $10.04 | $20.07 |
| premium | $4.70 | $10.86 | $21.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.96 | $25.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Clemmons, NC
Late night in Clemmons on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
1h 13m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel from start to finish. Because this route involves zero highway driving, you will be navigating surface streets for the duration of the 58.7-mile trip. This lack of highway segments means you should prepare for constant speed changes and frequent turns rather than the steady pace of an interstate. The road's personality is defined by its local nature, requiring your full attention as you transition between the specified main roads. It is a practical drive for those who prefer local navigation over the monotony of high-speed travel.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.8 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Sam Hunt Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.7 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (I 40; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Burlington, NC to Clemmons, NC, road signs begin pointing toward Statesville along the way.
Statesville
35 mi in
|
~44m
|
via I 40
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 58.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.8 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clemmons, NC before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (I 40; US 220): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clemmons, NC before heading back.
How this page is built
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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