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Distance from Fairplains to Wilkesboro

Driving Distance
7.1 mi 11.5 km
Flying Distance
4.1 mi 6.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Fairplains, North Carolina to Wilkesboro, North Carolina is 7.1 mi (11.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 4.1 mi (6.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 0 min

The estimated travel time by road is 13 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, short in a south direction. Average speeds around 30 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 1:44 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Wilkesboro
Place Wilkesboro
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.145965
Longitude -81.16064
GPS 36.145965° N, 81.16064° W
Local Time 1:44 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Fairplains, North Carolina to Wilkesboro, North Carolina covers 7.1 mi (11.5 km) in a south direction. This secondary roads, short route typically takes 13 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (5.4-7.1 miles / 9-11 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.

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

Available Routes

NC-18 S and Old US 421 Rd
7.1 mi 13 minutes
Shortest
NC-18 S and NC-18 S/NC-268 W
5.5 mi 12 minutes
NC-18 S
5.4 mi 11 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.