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Distance from Mt Salem to Merrimac

Driving Distance
26.3 mi 42.2 km
Flying Distance
18.1 mi 29.1 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Mt Salem, Kentucky to Merrimac, Kentucky is 26.3 mi (42.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 18.1 mi (29.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 39 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 45 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Mt Salem
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.417298
Longitude -84.799393
GPS 37.417298° N, 84.799393° W
Local Time 11:14 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Merrimac
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.4125
Longitude -85.128611
GPS 37.4125° N, 85.128611° W
Local Time 11:14 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Mt Salem, Kentucky to Merrimac, Kentucky covers 26.3 mi (42.2 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 39 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (25.0-28.9 miles / 40-46 km). The primary route shown here saves 9 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 45 mph (72 km/h).

Available Routes

KY-906 and Kentucky Hwy 78
26.3 mi 39 minutes
Shortest
State Hwy 1552 and KY-49 N
28.9 mi 43 minutes
Kentucky Hwy 78
25 mi 34 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.