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Distance from Alma , North Carolina to Higgins , North Carolina

Driving Distance
292.2 mi 470.3 km
Flying Distance
193.1 mi 310.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alma, North Carolina to Higgins, North Carolina is 292.2 mi (470.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 193.1 mi (310.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 23 min (assuming average flight speed of 500 mph)

The estimated travel time by road is 4 hours 40 minutes

Traveling highway, long-distance in a west direction. Average speeds around 61 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 5:43 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Higgins
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.959556
Longitude -82.380132
GPS 35.959556° N, 82.380132° W
Local Time 5:43 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alma, North Carolina to Higgins, North Carolina covers 292.2 mi (470.3 km) in a west direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 4 hours 40 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (249.7-292.2 miles / 402-470 km). The primary route shown here saves 24 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 61 mph (98 km/h).

Available Routes

I-74 and I-40
292.2 mi 4 hours 40 minutes
Shortest
US-74 W and I-26 W
268.7 mi 4 hours 26 minutes
Tolls
US-74 W
249.7 mi 4 hours 17 minutes
Fastest Tolls

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.