Distance from Idlewild, North Carolina to Carowinds, North Carolina
The driving distance from Idlewild, North Carolina to Carowinds, North Carolina is 21 mi (33.8 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 7.9 mi (12.6 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 29 minutes
We found 3 routes between Idlewild and Carowinds.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Drive along E Independence Fwy. Take the I-277 exit from US-74 W/E Independence Fwy
Follow I-277 S to Wilkinson Blvd
Get on I-77 S from West Blvd and Clanton Rd
Follow I-77 S to Carowinds Blvd in York County. Take exit 90 from I-77 S
Drive to Avenue of the Carolinas
Route Directions
Drive along E Independence Fwy. Take the I-277 exit from US-74 W/E Independence Fwy
Take I-77 S/US-21 S to Carowinds Blvd in York County. Take exit 90 from I-77 S/US-21 S
Drive to Avenue of the Carolinas
Route Directions
Take Rama Rd, Carmel Rd, Gleneagles Rd, Sharon Rd W, ... and I-77 S/US-21 S to Avenue of the Carolinas in York County
Journey Details
Traveling from Idlewild, North Carolina to Carowinds, North Carolina covers 18.3 miles (29 km) in a southwest direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 34 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (18-21 miles / 29-34 km). The primary route shown here saves no time compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views. During night weekday travel, expect minimal traffic congestion with average speeds around 35 mph (56 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Idlewild
Starting Point
Carowinds
Destination