Lenoir to Morganton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

14.2 miles 22.9 km · straight line
18.5 miles estimated 29.8 km · driving distance
22min estimated drive time
$2 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Lenoir from Morganton?

The distance from Lenoir to Morganton is 14.2 miles (22.9 km) as the crow flies. Morganton is located SW of Lenoir. By car, the driving distance is approximately 18.5 miles, taking about 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lenoir and Morganton. 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 Lenoir to Morganton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22min $2 - $2 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Lenoir
35.91°N, 81.54°W
America/New_York
357m elevation
Morganton
35.75°N, 81.68°W
America/New_York
352m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 5 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients