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Distance from Jester to Childers

Driving Distance
478.9 mi 770.8 km
Flying Distance
399.6 mi 643.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Jester, Alabama to Childers, Arkansas is 478.9 mi (770.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 399.6 mi (643.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 48 min

The estimated travel time by road is 7 hours 35 minutes

Traveling highway, long-distance in a west direction. Average speeds around 59 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Jester
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 32.703467
Longitude -85.14355
GPS 32.703467° N, 85.14355° W
Local Time 3:41 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Childers
State/Province Arkansas
Country US
Latitude 34.920647
Longitude -91.564299
GPS 34.920647° N, 91.564299° W
Local Time 3:41 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Jester, Alabama to Childers, Arkansas covers 478.9 mi (770.8 km) in a west direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 7 hours 35 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (464.1-478.9 miles / 747-771 km). The primary route shown here saves 30 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 59 mph (95 km/h).

Available Routes

I-22 and I-40 W
478.9 mi 7 hours 35 minutes
Shortest
US-280 W/U.S. Hwy 280 W and I-22
466.7 mi 7 hours 56 minutes
I-22
464.1 mi 7 hours 27 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.