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Distance from Idlewild to Cat Square

Driving Distance
54.9 mi 88.4 km
Flying Distance
44.8 mi 72.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Idlewild, North Carolina to Cat Square, North Carolina is 54.9 mi (88.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 44.8 mi (72.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 4 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 45 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Idlewild
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.188756
Longitude -80.743958
GPS 35.188756° N, 80.743958° W
Local Time 10:32 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Cat Square
Place Cat Square
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.540133
Longitude -81.410643
GPS 35.540133° N, 81.410643° W
Local Time 10:32 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Idlewild, North Carolina to Cat Square, North Carolina covers 54.9 mi (88.4 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 4 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (53.2-60.0 miles / 86-97 km). The primary route shown here saves 52 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 45 mph (72 km/h).

Available Routes

I-85 S
54.9 mi 1 hour 4 minutes
Shortest Fastest
NC-16 N and Reepsville Rd
60 mi 1 hour 14 minutes
NC-16 N
53.2 mi 1 hour 13 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.