New Bedford to Outer Banks: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Bedford from Outer Banks?

The distance from New Bedford to Outer Banks is 486 miles (782.2 km) as the crow flies. Outer Banks is located SSW of New Bedford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 583.2 miles, taking about 11h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — New Bedford in Massachusetts and Outer Banks in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 New Bedford 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.