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Distance from Bens Run to Thornton

Driving Distance
96.8 mi 155.8 km
Flying Distance
63.0 mi 101.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Bens Run, West Virginia to Thornton, West Virginia is 96.8 mi (155.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 63.0 mi (101.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 14 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a east direction. Average speeds around 50 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Bens Run
Place Bens Run
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 39.465909
Longitude -81.108445
GPS 39.465909° N, 81.108445° W
Local Time 1:29 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Thornton
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 39.345648
Longitude -79.942018
GPS 39.345648° N, 79.942018° W
Local Time 1:29 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Bens Run, West Virginia to Thornton, West Virginia covers 96.8 mi (155.8 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 14 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (91.1-96.8 miles / 147-156 km). The primary route shown here saves 31 minutes compared to alternatives.

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

Available Routes

WV-20 S
96.8 mi 2 hours 14 minutes
Shortest
US-50 E/Northwestern Turnpike
91.1 mi 1 hour 44 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.