Origin
Hot Springs, NC
Afternoon in Hot Springs on Sunday
Local time
12:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hot Springs, NC to Walnut Creek, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
18.1 mi
29 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hot Springs, NC
Siarhei Nester
Walnut Creek, NC
Keith Cassill
Trip Overview
Hot Springs, NC to Walnut Creek, NC is 18.1 miles and takes about 34 minutes via US 25, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, direct trip stays within North Carolina, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a quick hop that's perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss. You'll find the majority of this drive is on main roads, making it straightforward for most travelers.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 25 | 9.9 mi | 16m |
| Bridge Street | 5 mi | 7m |
| Walnut Creek Road | 2.9 mi | 9m |
| North Surpentine Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 25
— 9.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs, NC and Walnut Creek, NC.
1
Start on North Surpentine Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Surpentine Avenue
2
Continue on North Spring Street
461 ft
·
27 sec
·
North Spring Street
3
Turn left onto US 25; US 70
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Bridge Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 25; US 70
9.9 mi
·
16 min
·
US 25; US 70
5
Turn sharp left onto Walnut Creek Road
2.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Walnut Creek Road
6
Arrive at destination
Walnut Creek Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 15.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 25; US 70 / Bridge Street
Turn left onto US 25; US 70 / Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 25; US 70
At end of road, turn right onto US 25; US 70
Navigation decision point
5
15.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
Walnut Creek Road
Turn sharp left onto Walnut Creek Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.83 one way
$5.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $3.09 | $6.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Walnut Creek, NC
Afternoon in Walnut Creek on Sunday
Local time
12:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
2 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
34m 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?
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 55% of it on highways. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch at 9.9 miles along US 25. Expect a blend of faster-paced highway driving and potentially more local road conditions as you approach your destination. The transition between these road types is gradual, providing a varied but manageable driving experience throughout the 34-minute journey.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.9 mi on US 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 25; US 70 / Bridge Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hot Springs, NC to Walnut Creek, NC is easy. At 34m with 55% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 25; US 70 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 25; US 70): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles (Walnut Creek Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 18.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.9 miles on US 25. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.3 miles (US 25; US 70 / Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (US 25; US 70): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles (Walnut Creek Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Walnut Creek, 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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