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Distance from Ajax to Salem

Driving Distance
54.3 mi 87.3 km
Flying Distance
34.1 mi 54.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Ajax, Virginia to Salem, Virginia is 54.3 mi (87.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 34.1 mi (54.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 5 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 47 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Ajax
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 36.980977
Longitude -79.576973
GPS 36.980977° N, 79.576973° W
Local Time 10:54 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Salem
Place Salem
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 37.293468
Longitude -80.054763
GPS 37.293468° N, 80.054763° W
Local Time 10:54 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Ajax, Virginia to Salem, Virginia covers 54.3 mi (87.3 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (49.4-57.9 miles / 79-93 km). The primary route shown here saves 14 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 47 mph (76 km/h).

Available Routes

VA-40 W and US-220 N
54.3 mi 1 hour 5 minutes
Shortest
I-81 S
57.9 mi 1 hour 18 minutes
VA-116 N
49.4 mi 1 hour 5 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.