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Distance from Malcom to Fairfax

Driving Distance
56 mi 90.1 km
Flying Distance
42.7 mi 68.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Malcom, Iowa to Fairfax, Iowa is 56 mi (90.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 42.7 mi (68.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min

The estimated travel time by road is 57 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 52 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Malcom
Place Malcom
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 41.70833
Longitude -92.559076
GPS 41.70833° N, 92.559076° W
Local Time 3:04 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Fairfax
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 41.919233
Longitude -91.780946
GPS 41.919233° N, 91.780946° W
Local Time 3:04 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Malcom, Iowa to Fairfax, Iowa covers 56 mi (90.1 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 57 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (53.0-61.0 miles / 85-98 km). The primary route shown here saves 5 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 52 mph (84 km/h).

Available Routes

I-80 E and US-151 N
56 mi 57 minutes
Shortest Fastest
US-30
61 mi 1 hour 5 minutes
US-6 E and US-151 N
53 mi 1 hour

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.