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Distance from Wake Forest University to Fort Defiance

Driving Distance
83.6 mi 134.5 km
Flying Distance
68.5 mi 110.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Wake Forest University, North Carolina to Fort Defiance, North Carolina is 83.6 mi (134.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 68.5 mi (110.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 34 minutes

Traveling highway, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 56 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Wake Forest University
Place Wake Forest University
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.135489
Longitude -80.279289
GPS 36.135489° N, 80.279289° W
Local Time 1:41 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Fort Defiance
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 36.017075
Longitude -81.495096
GPS 36.017075° N, 81.495096° W
Local Time 1:41 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Wake Forest University, North Carolina to Fort Defiance, North Carolina covers 83.6 mi (134.5 km) in a west direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 34 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (77.0-99.1 miles / 124-159 km). The primary route shown here saves 23 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 56 mph (90 km/h).

Available Routes

NC-801 N, US-421 N and NC-268 W
83.6 mi 1 hour 34 minutes
Shortest
I-40
99.1 mi 1 hour 43 minutes
US-421 N and NC-268 W
77 mi 1 hour 21 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.