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Distance from Carter Branch to Athens

Driving Distance
86.4 mi 139 km
Flying Distance
68.6 mi 110.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Carter Branch, Mississippi to Athens, Alabama is 86.4 mi (139 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 68.6 mi (110.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 38 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a east direction. Average speeds around 51 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Carter Branch
State/Province Mississippi
Country US
Latitude 34.662871
Longitude -88.164486
GPS 34.662871° N, 88.164486° W
Local Time 12:47 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Athens
Place Athens
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 34.802866
Longitude -86.971674
GPS 34.802866° N, 86.971674° W
Local Time 12:47 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Carter Branch, Mississippi to Athens, Alabama covers 86.4 mi (139 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 38 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (81.7-99.7 miles / 131-160 km). The primary route shown here saves 19 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 51 mph (82 km/h).

Available Routes

US-72 E
86.4 mi 1 hour 38 minutes
Shortest Fastest
AL-24
99.7 mi 1 hour 58 minutes
Natchez Trace Pkwy and US-72 E
81.7 mi 1 hour 39 minutes

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.