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Distance from Fitch to Cates

Driving Distance
31.9 mi 51.4 km
Flying Distance
21.0 mi 33.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Fitch, North Carolina to Cates, North Carolina is 31.9 mi (51.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 21.0 mi (33.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 37 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 50 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Fitch
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.32361
Longitude -79.36194
GPS 36.32361° N, 79.36194° W
Local Time 7:38 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Cates
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.295141
Longitude -78.986954
GPS 36.295141° N, 78.986954° W
Local Time 7:38 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Fitch, North Carolina to Cates, North Carolina covers 31.9 mi (51.4 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 37 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (31.0-31.9 miles / 50-51 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 50 mph (80 km/h).

Available Routes

NC-86 S and State Hwy 49
31.9 mi 37 minutes
Shortest
U.S. Hwy 158 E
31.2 mi 38 minutes
NC-86 S
31 mi 36 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.