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Distance from Nitro to Alum Creek

Driving Distance
14.6 mi 23.5 km
Flying Distance
8.9 mi 14.4 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Nitro, West Virginia to Alum Creek, West Virginia is 14.6 mi (23.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 8.9 mi (14.4 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 27 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a south direction. Average speeds around 31 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Nitro
Place Nitro
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 38.414815
Longitude -81.84402
GPS 38.414815° N, 81.84402° W
Local Time 5:31 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Alum Creek
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 38.288119
Longitude -81.810532
GPS 38.288119° N, 81.810532° W
Local Time 5:31 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Nitro, West Virginia to Alum Creek, West Virginia covers 14.6 mi (23.5 km) in a south direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 27 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (13.2-18.3 miles / 21-30 km). The primary route shown here saves 5 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 31 mph (50 km/h).

Available Routes

Coal River Rd
14.6 mi 27 minutes
Shortest
US-60 E/MacCorkle Ave
18.3 mi 30 minutes
Dry Ridge Rd and Greenview Rd
13.2 mi 25 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.