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Distance from Metropolis to Unity

Driving Distance
44.3 mi 71.3 km
Flying Distance
29.9 mi 48.0 km
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Route Information

The driving distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Unity, Illinois is 44.3 mi (71.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 29.9 mi (48.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 53 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 51 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 12:58 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Unity
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 37.149772
Longitude -89.272857
GPS 37.149772° N, 89.272857° W
Local Time 12:58 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Metropolis, Illinois to Unity, Illinois covers 44.3 mi (71.3 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 53 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (41.1-44.3 miles / 66-71 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

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

Available Routes

US-45 N and IL-37 S
44.3 mi 53 minutes
Shortest
US-45 N
43.6 mi 53 minutes
Ohio River Scenic Byway and IL-37 S/Ohio River Scenic Byway
41.1 mi 51 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.