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Distance from Wake Forest University to Wirtz

Driving Distance
88.8 mi 142.9 km
Flying Distance
68.4 mi 110.1 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Wake Forest University, North Carolina to Wirtz, Virginia is 88.8 mi (142.9 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 68.4 mi (110.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 46 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a north direction. Average speeds around 53 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 12:06 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Wirtz
Place Wirtz
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 37.076915
Longitude -79.890161
GPS 37.076915° N, 79.890161° W
Local Time 12:06 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Wake Forest University, North Carolina to Wirtz, Virginia covers 88.8 mi (142.9 km) in a north direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 46 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (87.6-90.8 miles / 141-146 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 53 mph (85 km/h).

Available Routes

US-220 N
88.8 mi 1 hour 46 minutes
Shortest
NC-8 N and US-220 N
90.8 mi 1 hour 49 minutes
US-220 N and US-220 N
87.6 mi 1 hour 42 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.