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Distance from Cape Hatteras Lighthouse to Ocracoke
Route Information
The driving distance from Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, North Carolina to Ocracoke, North Carolina is 36 mi (58 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 27.3 mi (43.9 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min
The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 39 minutes
Traveling local streets, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 25 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, North Carolina to Ocracoke, North Carolina covers 36 mi (58 km) in a west direction. This local streets, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 39 minutes under normal conditions.
The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 25 mph (40 km/h).
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.