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Distance from Fairplains to Vilas

Driving Distance
42.4 mi 68.2 km
Flying Distance
34.1 mi 54.9 km
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Route Information

The driving distance from Fairplains, North Carolina to Vilas, North Carolina is 42.4 mi (68.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 34.1 mi (54.9 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 59 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 46 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Fairplains
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.205685
Longitude -81.158688
GPS 36.205685° N, 81.158688° W
Local Time 3:00 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Vilas
Place Vilas
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.245683
Longitude -81.76761
GPS 36.245683° N, 81.76761° W
Local Time 3:00 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Fairplains, North Carolina to Vilas, North Carolina covers 42.4 mi (68.2 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 59 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (42.0-42.4 miles / 68-68 km). The primary route shown here saves 53 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 46 mph (74 km/h).

Available Routes

US-421 N/U.S. Hwy 421 S
42.4 mi 59 minutes
Shortest
NC-18 S and US-421 N/U.S. Hwy 421 S
42 mi 59 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.