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Distance from Alma to Ruby

Driving Distance
59.6 mi 96 km
Flying Distance
49.5 mi 79.7 km
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Route Information

The driving distance from Alma, North Carolina to Ruby, South Carolina is 59.6 mi (96 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 49.5 mi (79.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 7 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 52 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 7:04 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Ruby
State/Province South Carolina
Country US
Latitude 34.745155
Longitude -80.182841
GPS 34.745155° N, 80.182841° W
Local Time 7:04 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alma, North Carolina to Ruby, South Carolina covers 59.6 mi (96 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 7 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (59.2-68.1 miles / 95-110 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 52 mph (84 km/h).

Available Routes

I-74 W and SC-9 N
59.6 mi 1 hour 7 minutes
Shortest
US-74 W
68.1 mi 1 hour 10 minutes
SC-9 N
59.2 mi 1 hour 7 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.