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Distance from Benedict to Elder

Driving Distance
599.3 mi 964.5 km
Flying Distance
495.7 mi 797.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Benedict, Maryland to Elder, Georgia is 599.3 mi (964.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 495.7 mi (797.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 60 min

The estimated travel time by road is 9 hours 26 minutes

Traveling highway, long-distance in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 61 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Benedict
Place Benedict
State/Province Maryland
Country US
Latitude 38.51065
Longitude -76.67981
GPS 38.51065° N, 76.67981° W
Local Time 12:04 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Elder
State/Province Georgia
Country US
Latitude 33.768177
Longitude -83.347103
GPS 33.768177° N, 83.347103° W
Local Time 12:04 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Benedict, Maryland to Elder, Georgia covers 599.3 mi (964.5 km) in a southwest direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 9 hours 26 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (584.3-600.8 miles / 940-967 km). The primary route shown here saves 28 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 61 mph (98 km/h).

Available Routes

I-85 S
599.3 mi 9 hours 26 minutes
Shortest Fastest Tolls
I-85 S and US-29 S
600.8 mi 10 hours 8 minutes
Tolls
US-360 W and I-85 S
584.3 mi 9 hours 41 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.