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About Swansboro, NC

Swansboro is a small coastal town in southeastern North Carolina where the White Oak River meets Bogue Sound. Located 20 miles southwest of Jacksonville on NC-24, it's a popular stop for travelers heading to Crystal Coast beaches via NC-58 South. The historic downtown features colonial-era buildings, and locals still call it the "Friendly City by the Sea."

Where is Swansboro, NC on the map?

Swansboro, NC is in United States, at 34.696, -77.137 - about 6 km west of Cedar Point, NC.

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Popular destinations close by

Cedar Point, NC4 mi 10 minCape Carteret, NC7 mi 15 minBogue, NC8 mi 20 minPeletier, NC8 mi 15 minEmerald Isle, NC9 mi 20 minJacksonville, NC17 mi 30 minIndian Beach, NC17 mi 35 minMaysville, NC18 mi 35 minNewport, NC20 mi 35 minPine Knoll Shores, NC21 mi 40 minPollocksville, NC25 mi 45 minMorehead City, NC25 mi 45 minAtlantic Beach, NC26 mi 45 minHavelock, NC29 mi 50 minBeaufort, NC30 mi 50 min

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What is the closest airport to Swansboro, NC?

The closest airport to Swansboro, NC is Albert J Ellis Airport, 52 km (about 53 min by car). Other airports nearby: Coastal Carolina Regional Airport.

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