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Distance from Elkins to Shafer
Route Information
The driving distance from Elkins, West Virginia to Shafer, West Virginia is 37.9 mi (61 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 25.2 mi (40.5 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min
The estimated travel time by road is 58 minutes
Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 40 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Elkins, West Virginia to Shafer, West Virginia covers 37.9 mi (61 km) in a northeast direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 58 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (37.2-56.0 miles / 60-90 km). The primary route shown here saves 18 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 40 mph (64 km/h).
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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.