Newport to Outer Banks: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Newport from Outer Banks?

The distance from Newport to Outer Banks is 467.1 miles (751.8 km) as the crow flies. Outer Banks is located SSW of Newport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 560.6 miles, taking about 11h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Newport in Rhode Island 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 Newport 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.