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Distance from Alderson to Shady Spring

Driving Distance
52.3 mi 84.2 km
Flying Distance
25.0 mi 40.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alderson, West Virginia to Shady Spring, West Virginia is 52.3 mi (84.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 25.0 mi (40.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 58 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 45 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Alderson
Place Alderson
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 37.725954
Longitude -80.642024
GPS 37.725954° N, 80.642024° W
Local Time 3:49 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Shady Spring
Place Shady Spring
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 37.705672
Longitude -81.098429
GPS 37.705672° N, 81.098429° W
Local Time 3:49 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alderson, West Virginia to Shady Spring, West Virginia covers 52.3 mi (84.2 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 58 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (36.7-52.3 miles / 59-84 km). The primary route shown here saves 5 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 45 mph (72 km/h).

Available Routes

I-64 W
52.3 mi 58 minutes
Shortest
WV-12 S and State Hwy 3 W
36.7 mi 53 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.