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Distance from Frankenmuth to Shields

Driving Distance
23.7 mi 38.1 km
Flying Distance
17.8 mi 28.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Frankenmuth, Michigan to Shields, Michigan is 23.7 mi (38.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 17.8 mi (28.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 33 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 37 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Frankenmuth
Place Frankenmuth
State/Province Michigan
Country US
Latitude 43.331691
Longitude -83.738019
GPS 43.331691° N, 83.738019° W
Local Time 7:25 PM
Timezone America/Detroit

Destination:

Shields
Place Shields
State/Province Michigan
Country US
Latitude 43.41596
Longitude -84.071531
GPS 43.41596° N, 84.071531° W
Local Time 7:25 PM
Timezone America/Detroit

Journey Summary

Traveling from Frankenmuth, Michigan to Shields, Michigan covers 23.7 mi (38.1 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 33 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (19.4-26.2 miles / 31-42 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 37 mph (60 km/h).

Available Routes

Gratiot Ave
23.7 mi 33 minutes
Shortest
M-83 N and M-81 W/E Washington Rd
26.2 mi 38 minutes
Williamson Rd and Gratiot Ave
19.4 mi 32 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.