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Distance from Graham to Salem

Driving Distance
495.7 mi 797.8 km
Flying Distance
397.8 mi 640.1 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Graham, Alabama to Salem, Virginia is 495.7 mi (797.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 397.8 mi (640.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 48 min

The estimated travel time by road is 7 hours 29 minutes

Traveling highway, long-distance in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 63 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Graham
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 33.457829
Longitude -85.320162
GPS 33.457829° N, 85.320162° W
Local Time 2:36 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Salem
Place Salem
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 37.293468
Longitude -80.054763
GPS 37.293468° N, 80.054763° W
Local Time 3:36 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Graham, Alabama to Salem, Virginia covers 495.7 mi (797.8 km) in a northeast direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 7 hours 29 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (485.2-500.4 miles / 781-805 km). The primary route shown here saves 27 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 63 mph (101 km/h).

Available Routes

I-85 N
495.7 mi 7 hours 29 minutes
Shortest Fastest Tolls
I-81 N
500.4 mi 7 hours 59 minutes
Tolls
I-75 N and I-81 N
485.2 mi 7 hours 32 minutes
Tolls

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.