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Distance from Wake Forest University to High Rock Lake

Driving Distance
40.9 mi 65.8 km
Flying Distance
33.4 mi 53.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Wake Forest University, North Carolina to High Rock Lake, North Carolina is 40.9 mi (65.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 33.4 mi (53.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 46 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a south direction. Average speeds around 52 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 10:59 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

High Rock Lake
Place High Rock Lake
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 35.651629
Longitude -80.301811
GPS 35.651629° N, 80.301811° W
Local Time 10:59 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Wake Forest University, North Carolina to High Rock Lake, North Carolina covers 40.9 mi (65.8 km) in a south direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 46 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (40.0-41.8 miles / 64-67 km). The primary route shown here saves 10 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 52 mph (84 km/h).

Available Routes

I-285 and Linwood-Southmont Rd
40.9 mi 46 minutes
Shortest Fastest
NC-67 E/Silas Creek Pkwy and I-285
41.8 mi 56 minutes
I-285
40 mi 47 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.