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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Wilkesboro travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wilkesboro

With a population of 3,413, Wilkesboro is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Wilkesboro deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Wilkesboro

Wilkesboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wilkesboro in December
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wilkesboro in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °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 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °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 Wilkesboro, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.

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How to Get to Wilkesboro

Plane

Although Wilkesboro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 65 miles from Wilkesboro. Greensboro/H. Point 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 Wilkesboro departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Wilkesboro. The train journey from Wilkesboro to Cary takes 2h 46m 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 Wilkesboro is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 66 miles from Wilkesboro. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wilkesboro, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Chamblee, the bus ride to Wilkesboro takes 240 miles and will cost you around $70. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $132 for a journey of 460 miles.

Plane

Although Wilkesboro doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 65 miles from Wilkesboro. Greensboro/H. Point 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 Wilkesboro departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Wilkesboro. The train journey from Wilkesboro to Cary takes 2h 46m 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 Wilkesboro is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 66 miles from Wilkesboro. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wilkesboro, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Chamblee, the bus ride to Wilkesboro takes 240 miles and will cost you around $70. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $132 for a journey of 460 miles.

Airports near Wilkesboro

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
AVLAsheville Regional
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Wilkesboro

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,637 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,012 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,817 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,054 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,439 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,508 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,544 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,334 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,612 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,482 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (912 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wilkesboro

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Wilkesboro By IHG and Red Roof Inn & Suites Wilkesboro.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wilkesboro

Most booked hotels in Wilkesboro

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Hampton Inn Wilkesboro
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 277 reviews)
$115+
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Holiday Inn Express Wilkesboro By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 61 reviews)
$109+
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Red Roof Inn & Suites Wilkesboro
2 stars
Good (7.4, 231 reviews)
$73+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (6.8, 814 reviews)
$52+
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Renting a car in Wilkesboro

Renting a car in Wilkesboro costs $64 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Charlotte Douglas.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Wilkesboro (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. The most frequently booked car type in Wilkesboro is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wilkesboro costs $64 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Charlotte Douglas.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Wilkesboro (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. The most frequently booked car type in Wilkesboro is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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