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Distance from Metropolis to Dexter

Driving Distance
50.6 mi 81.5 km
Flying Distance
37.2 mi 59.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Dexter, Kentucky is 50.6 mi (81.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 37.2 mi (59.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour

Traveling highway, moderate in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 62 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Metropolis
Place Metropolis
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 37.151166
Longitude -88.731998
GPS 37.151166° N, 88.731998° W
Local Time 5:46 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Dexter
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 36.741682
Longitude -88.295515
GPS 36.741682° N, 88.295515° W
Local Time 5:46 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Metropolis, Illinois to Dexter, Kentucky covers 50.6 mi (81.5 km) in a southeast direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 1 hour under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (50.0-50.6 miles / 80-81 km). The primary route shown here saves 11 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 62 mph (100 km/h).

Available Routes

I-69
50.6 mi 1 hour
Shortest
I-24 E
50 mi 49 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.