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Distance from Independence to Vail Township

Driving Distance
116.3 mi 187.1 km
Flying Distance
88.7 mi 142.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Independence, Minnesota to Vail Township, Minnesota is 116.3 mi (187.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 88.7 mi (142.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 11 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 6 minutes

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

Location Details

Origin:

Independence
Place Independence
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 45.025241
Longitude -93.707463
GPS 45.025241° N, 93.707463° W
Local Time 5:31 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Vail Township
State/Province Minnesota
Country US
Latitude 44.409131
Longitude -95.289343
GPS 44.409131° N, 95.289343° W
Local Time 5:31 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Independence, Minnesota to Vail Township, Minnesota covers 116.3 mi (187.1 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 6 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (114.3-116.3 miles / 184-187 km). The primary route shown here saves 4 minutes compared to alternatives.

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

Available Routes

MN-68 W
116.3 mi 2 hours 6 minutes
Shortest Fastest
Yellowstone Trl
116.3 mi 2 hours 10 minutes
MN-19 W and MN-68 W
114.3 mi 2 hours 6 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.