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Distance from Mechanic to Gulf

Driving Distance
50 mi 80.5 km
Flying Distance
37.0 mi 59.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Mechanic, North Carolina to Gulf, North Carolina is 50 mi (80.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 37.0 mi (59.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 56 minutes

Traveling highway, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 61 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Mechanic
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.653193
Longitude -79.928929
GPS 35.653193° N, 79.928929° W
Local Time 5:03 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Gulf
Place Gulf
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.55879
Longitude -79.282865
GPS 35.55879° N, 79.282865° W
Local Time 5:03 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Mechanic, North Carolina to Gulf, North Carolina covers 50 mi (80.5 km) in a east direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 56 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (49.2-50.0 miles / 79-80 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 61 mph (98 km/h).

Available Routes

NC-42 E
50 mi 56 minutes
Shortest
US-64 E and NC-42 E
49.8 mi 57 minutes
US-64 E and US-421 S
49.2 mi 51 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.