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Distance from Smithfield to Knightdale

Driving Distance
26.7 mi 43 km
Flying Distance
20.8 mi 33.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Smithfield, North Carolina to Knightdale, North Carolina is 26.7 mi (43 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 20.8 mi (33.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 39 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 38 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Smithfield
Place Smithfield
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.508494
Longitude -78.339446
GPS 35.508494° N, 78.339446° W
Local Time 2:42 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Knightdale
Place Knightdale
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.787652
Longitude -78.480556
GPS 35.787652° N, 78.480556° W
Local Time 2:42 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Smithfield, North Carolina to Knightdale, North Carolina covers 26.7 mi (43 km) in a northwest direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 39 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (24.0-26.7 miles / 39-43 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 38 mph (61 km/h).

Available Routes

US-70 BUS W and Smithfield Rd
26.7 mi 39 minutes
Shortest
Buffalo Rd
26.5 mi 40 minutes
US-70 BUS W
24 mi 37 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.