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Distance from Elkins to Middle Fork River
Route Information
The driving distance from Elkins, West Virginia to Middle Fork River, West Virginia is 20.7 mi (33.3 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 12.7 mi (20.4 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min
The estimated travel time by road is 34 minutes
Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 38 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Elkins, West Virginia to Middle Fork River, West Virginia covers 20.7 mi (33.3 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 34 minutes under normal conditions.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 38 mph (61 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.