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Distance from Emerald Coast Science Center to Fort Walton Beach

Driving Distance
3.1 mi 4.9 km
Flying Distance
1.1 mi 1.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Emerald Coast Science Center, Florida to Fort Walton Beach, Florida is 3.1 mi (4.9 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 1.1 mi (1.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 0 min

The estimated travel time by road is 6 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, very short in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 30 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Emerald Coast Science Center
Place Emerald Coast Science Center
State/Province Florida
Country US
Latitude 30.408862
Longitude -86.628989
GPS 30.408862° N, 86.628989° W
Local Time 12:50 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Fort Walton Beach
Place Fort Walton Beach
State/Province Florida
Country US
Latitude 30.420071
Longitude -86.617031
GPS 30.420071° N, 86.617031° W
Local Time 12:50 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Emerald Coast Science Center, Florida to Fort Walton Beach, Florida covers 3.1 mi (4.9 km) in a northeast direction. This secondary roads, very short route typically takes 6 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (2.8-3.2 miles / 4-5 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 30 mph (48 km/h).

Available Routes

Memorial Pkwy SW and Beal Pkwy NW
3.1 mi 6 minutes
Shortest
Hollywood Blvd SW and FL-85 N/Eglin Pkwy NE
3.2 mi 7 minutes
Hollywood Blvd SW
2.8 mi 6 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.