Origin
Mebane, NC
Late night in Mebane on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mebane, NC to Burlington, NC
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.4 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mebane, NC
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Burlington, NC
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward transit between Mebane and Burlington, this 10.4-mile trek is an ideal local connection. You can expect to complete the journey in about 18 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is a highly economical way to travel across this portion of the Southeast. Since both cities are located within North Carolina, you will remain in a familiar regional environment throughout the entire drive. This route is best suited for those who prefer navigating local streets over high-speed interstate travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| North Church Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Center Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Haw River Bypass | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Fisher Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Front Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Fisher Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— 3.3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mebane, NC and Burlington, NC.
1
Start on East Center Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Center Street
2
Continue on US 70
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 70
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Haw River Bypass
4
Continue on US 70
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Church Street
5
Continue on US 70
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Fisher Street
6
Continue on US 70; NC 62
486 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Fisher Street
7
Turn left onto West Front Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Front Street
8
Turn left onto US 70; NC 62
166 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Church Street
9
Arrive at destination
US 70; NC 62
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 10.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
10.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
West Front Street
Turn left onto West Front Street
Navigation decision point
5
10.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 70; NC 62 / South Church Street
Turn left onto US 70; NC 62 / South Church Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.63 one way
$3.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $1.78 | $3.56 |
| premium | $4.70 | $1.92 | $3.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.30 | $4.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Burlington, NC
Late night in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m 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 rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. Because the highway share is 0%, your entire commute consists of navigating surface roads like East Main Street, North Church Street, and East Center Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.3-mile section along East Main Street. You will find that the road demands your constant attention due to the frequent turns and urban transitions. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that prioritizes local connectivity over scenic highway cruising.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.3 mi on East Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in near West Front Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mebane, NC to Burlington, NC is easy. At 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles (West Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (US 70; NC 62 / South Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 10.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.3 miles on East Main Street. 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 10.3 miles (West Front Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (US 70; NC 62 / South Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Burlington, 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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