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Distance from Alpha to Plank

Driving Distance
161.9 mi 260.5 km
Flying Distance
63.7 mi 102.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alpha, Tennessee to Plank, Kentucky is 161.9 mi (260.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 63.7 mi (102.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 47 minutes

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

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Alpha
State/Province Tennessee
Country US
Latitude 36.177035
Longitude -83.382672
GPS 36.177035° N, 83.382672° W
Local Time 1:41 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Plank
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.0762
Longitude -83.64686
GPS 37.0762° N, 83.64686° W
Local Time 1:41 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alpha, Tennessee to Plank, Kentucky covers 161.9 mi (260.5 km) in a north direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 47 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (110.8-161.9 miles / 178-261 km). The primary route shown here saves 34 minutes compared to alternatives.

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

Available Routes

I-75 N
161.9 mi 2 hours 47 minutes
Shortest
US-25E N
110.8 mi 2 hours 13 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.