Lumberton to New Bern: Road Trip Guide & Distance

116.5 miles 187.5 km · straight line
145.6 miles estimated 234.4 km · driving distance
2h 56min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
73° ENE bearing direction

How far is Lumberton from New Bern?

The distance from Lumberton to New Bern is 116.5 miles (187.5 km) as the crow flies. New Bern is located ENE of Lumberton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 145.6 miles, taking about 2h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Lumberton and New Bern. 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 Lumberton to New Bern

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 56min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 31min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 47min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lumberton & New Bern

Quick Facts

Lumberton
34.62°N, 79.01°W
America/New_York
39m elevation
New Bern
35.11°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 213.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients