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Distance from Alpha to Buncombe

Driving Distance
79.2 mi 127.4 km
Flying Distance
63.8 mi 102.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alpha, Tennessee to Buncombe, Tennessee is 79.2 mi (127.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 63.8 mi (102.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 28 minutes

Traveling highway, substantial in a east direction. Average speeds around 65 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Alpha
State/Province Tennessee
Country US
Latitude 36.177035
Longitude -83.382672
GPS 36.177035° N, 83.382672° W
Local Time 12:03 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Buncombe
State/Province Tennessee
Country US
Latitude 36.51177
Longitude -82.317083
GPS 36.51177° N, 82.317083° W
Local Time 12:03 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alpha, Tennessee to Buncombe, Tennessee covers 79.2 mi (127.4 km) in a east direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 28 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (72.3-79.2 miles / 116-127 km). The primary route shown here saves 20 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 65 mph (105 km/h).

Available Routes

TN-93 N and I-81 N
79.2 mi 1 hour 28 minutes
Shortest
I-81 N
72.3 mi 1 hour 9 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.