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Distance from Gainestown to Jackson

Driving Distance
17.1 mi 27.5 km
Flying Distance
12.7 mi 20.4 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Gainestown, Alabama to Jackson, Alabama is 17.1 mi (27.5 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 24 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 51 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Gainestown
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 31.445493
Longitude -87.693278
GPS 31.445493° N, 87.693278° W
Local Time 1:57 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Jackson
Place Jackson
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 31.509052
Longitude -87.894444
GPS 31.509052° N, 87.894444° W
Local Time 1:57 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Gainestown, Alabama to Jackson, Alabama covers 17.1 mi (27.5 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 24 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (16.8-20.0 miles / 27-32 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 51 mph (82 km/h).

Available Routes

Walker Springs Rd, Bird Jackson Rd and Gainestown Rd
17.1 mi 24 minutes
Shortest
Walker Springs Rd
20 mi 27 minutes
Gainestown Rd
16.8 mi 21 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.