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Distance from Metropolis to Viola

Driving Distance
29.6 mi 47.7 km
Flying Distance
21.0 mi 33.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Metropolis, Illinois to Viola, Kentucky is 29.6 mi (47.7 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 21.0 mi (33.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 3 min

The estimated travel time by road is 38 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a south direction. Average speeds around 54 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 9:46 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Viola
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 36.855612
Longitude -88.641438
GPS 36.855612° N, 88.641438° W
Local Time 9:46 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Metropolis, Illinois to Viola, Kentucky covers 29.6 mi (47.7 km) in a south direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 38 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (27.6-30.3 miles / 44-49 km). The primary route shown here saves 11 minutes compared to alternatives.

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

Available Routes

I-24 E and KY-994 S
29.6 mi 38 minutes
Shortest
US-45 S
30.3 mi 43 minutes
I-24 E and US-45 S
27.6 mi 32 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.