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Distance from Apple Ridge to Grandfather Mountain

Driving Distance
26.8 mi 43.1 km
Flying Distance
9.4 mi 15.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Apple Ridge, North Carolina to Grandfather Mountain, North Carolina is 26.8 mi (43.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 9.4 mi (15.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 55 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 30 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Apple Ridge
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.110129
Longitude -81.642604
GPS 36.110129° N, 81.642604° W
Local Time 7:16 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Grandfather Mountain
Place Grandfather Mountain
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.111111
Longitude -81.811389
GPS 36.111111° N, 81.811389° W
Local Time 7:16 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Apple Ridge, North Carolina to Grandfather Mountain, North Carolina covers 26.8 mi (43.1 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 55 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (21.2-26.8 miles / 34-43 km). The primary route shown here saves 14 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 30 mph (48 km/h).

Available Routes

NC-105 S
26.8 mi 55 minutes
Shortest
Blue Rdg Pkwy
21.2 mi 42 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.