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Distance from Benedict , Maryland to Gunston Heights , Virginia

Driving Distance
55.5 mi 89.3 km
Flying Distance
30.9 mi 49.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Benedict, Maryland to Gunston Heights, Virginia is 55.5 mi (89.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 30.9 mi (49.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min (assuming average flight speed of 500 mph)

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 11 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 50 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 6:04 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Gunston Heights
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 38.674005
Longitude -77.211648
GPS 38.674005° N, 77.211648° W
Local Time 6:04 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Benedict, Maryland to Gunston Heights, Virginia covers 55.5 mi (89.3 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 11 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (55.3-55.5 miles / 89-89 km). The primary route shown here saves 4 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 50 mph (80 km/h).

Available Routes

I-95 S
55.5 mi 1 hour 11 minutes
Shortest
MD-5 N and I-95 S
55.3 mi 1 hour 7 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.