Atlantic City to Outer Banks: Road Trip Guide & Distance

269.1 miles 433.1 km · straight line
336.4 miles estimated 541.4 km · driving distance
6h 46min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Atlantic City from Outer Banks?

The distance from Atlantic City to Outer Banks is 269.1 miles (433.1 km) as the crow flies. Outer Banks is located SSW of Atlantic City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 336.4 miles, taking about 6h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Atlantic City in New Jersey and Outer Banks in North Carolina.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlantic City and Outer Banks. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlantic City to Outer Banks

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 46min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 7min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 26min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlantic City & Outer Banks

Quick Facts

Atlantic City
39.36°N, 74.42°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
Outer Banks
35.56°N, 75.47°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients