Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lenoir travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lenoir

With a population of 18,228, Lenoir is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lenoir has to offer.

When to visit Lenoir

Lenoir in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lenoir in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lenoir in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Lenoir, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Lenoir

Plane

Although Lenoir doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 94 km from Lenoir. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lenoir departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lenoir. The train journey from Lenoir to Cary takes 2h 54m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lenoir is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 99 km from Lenoir. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lenoir, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Lenoir takes 290 km and will cost you around $150. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 386 km.

Plane

Although Lenoir doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 94 km from Lenoir. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lenoir departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lenoir. The train journey from Lenoir to Cary takes 2h 54m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lenoir is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 99 km from Lenoir. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lenoir, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Lenoir takes 290 km and will cost you around $150. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near Lenoir

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Lenoir

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,580 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,100 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,813 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,527 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,465 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (911 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Lenoir

Most booked hotels in Lenoir

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Lenoir
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 200 reviews)
$157+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Lenoir Hwy 321 Northern Foothills
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 237 reviews)
$113+
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Red Roof Inn Lenoir
2 stars
Good (6.7, 362 reviews)
$69+
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American Motel - Lenoir
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 399 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Lenoir

Renting a car in Lenoir costs $99 per day, on average, or $396 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Charlotte Douglas.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Lenoir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69.

Renting a car in Lenoir costs $99 per day, on average, or $396 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Charlotte Douglas.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Lenoir (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69.