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Distance from Accotink to Forest Heights

Driving Distance
18 mi 28.9 km
Flying Distance
11.3 mi 18.1 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Accotink, Virginia to Forest Heights, Maryland is 18 mi (28.9 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 11.3 mi (18.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 23 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 33 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Accotink
Place Accotink
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 38.708449
Longitude -77.159425
GPS 38.708449° N, 77.159425° W
Local Time 5:55 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Forest Heights
Place Forest Heights
State/Province Maryland
Country US
Latitude 38.812167
Longitude -76.998498
GPS 38.812167° N, 76.998498° W
Local Time 5:55 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Accotink, Virginia to Forest Heights, Maryland covers 18 mi (28.9 km) in a northeast direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 23 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (15.2-18.0 miles / 25-29 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 33 mph (53 km/h).

Available Routes

I-95 N
18 mi 23 minutes
Shortest Fastest
I-495 E/I-95 N
17.2 mi 29 minutes
Telegraph Rd and I-495 E/I-95 N
15.2 mi 26 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.