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Distance from Allen to Forest Lake

Driving Distance
31.5 mi 50.7 km
Flying Distance
21.2 mi 34.1 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Allen, North Carolina to Forest Lake, South Carolina is 31.5 mi (50.7 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 21.2 mi (34.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 33 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 54 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Allen
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.225977
Longitude -80.613957
GPS 35.225977° N, 80.613957° W
Local Time 11:41 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Forest Lake
State/Province South Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.069035
Longitude -80.935908
GPS 35.069035° N, 80.935908° W
Local Time 11:41 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Allen, North Carolina to Forest Lake, South Carolina covers 31.5 mi (50.7 km) in a southwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 33 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (28.7-38.3 miles / 46-62 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 54 mph (87 km/h).

Available Routes

NC-51 S/Blair Rd and I-485 Inner
31.5 mi 33 minutes
Shortest Fastest
I-485 Outer and I-77 S
38.3 mi 40 minutes
I-485 Inner
28.7 mi 34 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.