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Distance from Claxton to Salem

Driving Distance
36.9 mi 59.4 km
Flying Distance
28.7 mi 46.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Claxton, Kentucky to Salem, Kentucky is 36.9 mi (59.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 28.7 mi (46.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 48 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 46 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Claxton
Place Claxton
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.101536
Longitude -87.765594
GPS 37.101536° N, 87.765594° W
Local Time 1:22 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Salem
Place Salem
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.264498
Longitude -88.244197
GPS 37.264498° N, 88.244197° W
Local Time 1:22 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Claxton, Kentucky to Salem, Kentucky covers 36.9 mi (59.4 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 48 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (36.6-40.8 miles / 59-66 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 46 mph (74 km/h).

Available Routes

KY-91 N and State Hwy 855
36.9 mi 48 minutes
Shortest
I-69 S
40.8 mi 54 minutes
KY-91 N
36.6 mi 48 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.