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Distance from Fort Oglethorpe to Fontana Dam
Route Information
The driving distance from Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia to Fontana Dam, North Carolina is 146.4 mi (235.7 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 88.0 mi (141.6 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 11 min
The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 56 minutes
Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a east direction. Average speeds around 50 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia to Fontana Dam, North Carolina covers 146.4 mi (235.7 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 56 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (130.9-146.4 miles / 211-236 km). The primary route shown here saves 31 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 50 mph (80 km/h).
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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.