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Distance from Alma to Colon

Driving Distance
71.1 mi 114.4 km
Flying Distance
56.1 mi 90.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alma, North Carolina to Colon, North Carolina is 71.1 mi (114.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 56.1 mi (90.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 7 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 19 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a north direction. Average speeds around 51 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Alma
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 34.723773
Longitude -79.312541
GPS 34.723773° N, 79.312541° W
Local Time 6:18 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Colon
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.526819
Longitude -79.152242
GPS 35.526819° N, 79.152242° W
Local Time 6:18 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alma, North Carolina to Colon, North Carolina covers 71.1 mi (114.4 km) in a north direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 19 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (66.2-73.9 miles / 107-119 km). The primary route shown here saves 8 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 51 mph (82 km/h).

Available Routes

US-15 N/US-501 N and US-1 N
71.1 mi 1 hour 19 minutes
Shortest
NC-87 N
73.9 mi 1 hour 26 minutes
US-1 N
66.2 mi 1 hour 19 minutes
Fastest

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.