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Distance from Elk Summit to Homestead
Route Information
The driving distance from Elk Summit, Idaho to Homestead, Oregon is 174.8 mi (281.4 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 70.3 mi (113.2 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min
The estimated travel time by road is 6 hours 1 minute
Traveling secondary roads, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 26 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Elk Summit, Idaho to Homestead, Oregon covers 174.8 mi (281.4 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, substantial route typically takes 6 hours 1 minute under normal conditions.
The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 26 mph (42 km/h).
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.