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Distance from Higdon to Wards

Driving Distance
42.1 mi 67.8 km
Flying Distance
31.1 mi 50.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Higdon, Kentucky to Wards, Kentucky is 42.1 mi (67.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 31.1 mi (50.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 54 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 41 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Higdon
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.429498
Longitude -86.174416
GPS 37.429498° N, 86.174416° W
Local Time 4:06 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Wards
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.459505
Longitude -85.610242
GPS 37.459505° N, 85.610242° W
Local Time 4:06 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Higdon, Kentucky to Wards, Kentucky covers 42.1 mi (67.8 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 54 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (37.1-53.4 miles / 60-86 km). The primary route shown here saves 31 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 41 mph (66 km/h).

Available Routes

KY-224 E
42.1 mi 54 minutes
Shortest Fastest
Western Kentucky Pkwy
53.4 mi 55 minutes
KY-224 E and Bailey Rd
37.1 mi 54 minutes

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.