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Distance from Watha to Bald Head Island

Driving Distance
73.7 mi 118.6 km
Flying Distance
52.9 mi 85.1 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Watha, North Carolina to Bald Head Island, North Carolina is 73.7 mi (118.6 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 52.9 mi (85.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 54 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, substantial in a south direction. Average speeds around 39 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Watha
Place Watha
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 34.640445
Longitude -77.96082
GPS 34.640445° N, 77.96082° W
Local Time 11:44 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Bald Head Island
Place Bald Head Island
State/Province North Carolina
Country US
Latitude 33.873707
Longitude -78.001531
GPS 33.873707° N, 78.001531° W
Local Time 11:44 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Watha, North Carolina to Bald Head Island, North Carolina covers 73.7 mi (118.6 km) in a south direction. This secondary roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 54 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (68.3-76.8 miles / 110-124 km). The primary route shown here saves 14 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 39 mph (63 km/h).

Available Routes

I-140 W
73.7 mi 1 hour 54 minutes
Shortest Fastest Tolls
NC-87 S
76.8 mi 2 hours 9 minutes
Tolls
US-421 S
68.3 mi 1 hour 55 minutes
Tolls

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.