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Distance from Link to Flat

Driving Distance
282.5 mi 454.7 km
Flying Distance
197.3 mi 317.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Link, West Virginia to Flat, Kentucky is 282.5 mi (454.7 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 197.3 mi (317.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 24 min

The estimated travel time by road is 4 hours 58 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, long-distance in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 54 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Link
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 39.484525
Longitude -80.747325
GPS 39.484525° N, 80.747325° W
Local Time 4:59 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Flat
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.653548
Longitude -83.54592
GPS 37.653548° N, 83.54592° W
Local Time 4:59 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Link, West Virginia to Flat, Kentucky covers 282.5 mi (454.7 km) in a southwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, long-distance route typically takes 4 hours 58 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (261.2-305.4 miles / 420-492 km). The primary route shown here saves 29 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 54 mph (87 km/h).

Available Routes

I-77 S and I-64 W
282.5 mi 4 hours 58 minutes
Shortest Fastest
I-77 S
305.4 mi 5 hours 29 minutes
OH-7 S
261.2 mi 5 hours

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.