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Distance from Frances to Simpson

Driving Distance
82.1 mi 132.2 km
Flying Distance
37.9 mi 60.9 km
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Route Information

The driving distance from Frances, Kentucky to Simpson, Illinois is 82.1 mi (132.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 37.9 mi (60.9 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 22 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 39 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Frances
Place Frances
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.219775
Longitude -88.141136
GPS 37.219775° N, 88.141136° W
Local Time 2:21 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Simpson
Place Simpson
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 37.467273
Longitude -88.755059
GPS 37.467273° N, 88.755059° W
Local Time 2:21 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Frances, Kentucky to Simpson, Illinois covers 82.1 mi (132.2 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 22 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (67.3-83.7 miles / 108-135 km).

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 39 mph (63 km/h).

Available Routes

I-24 W
82.1 mi 1 hour 22 minutes
Shortest Fastest
US-60 W and I-24 W
83.7 mi 1 hour 30 minutes
IL-146 W/Ohio River Scenic Byway
67.3 mi 1 hour 42 minutes
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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.