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Distance from Sparta to Jefferson

Driving Distance
28.6 mi 46 km
Flying Distance
20.5 mi 33.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Sparta, North Carolina to Jefferson, North Carolina is 28.6 mi (46 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 20.5 mi (33.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 43 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 43 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Sparta
Place Sparta
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.505407
Longitude -81.120919
GPS 36.505407° N, 81.120919° W
Local Time 4:50 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Jefferson
Place Jefferson
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.420403
Longitude -81.473438
GPS 36.420403° N, 81.473438° W
Local Time 4:50 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Sparta, North Carolina to Jefferson, North Carolina covers 28.6 mi (46 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 43 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (27.5-28.6 miles / 44-46 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 43 mph (69 km/h).

Available Routes

NC-93 W
28.6 mi 43 minutes
Shortest
US-221 S
28.2 mi 45 minutes
NC-18 S and NC-88 W
27.5 mi 38 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.