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Distance from Palo Alto to Elkins
Route Information
The driving distance from Palo Alto, Virginia to Elkins, West Virginia is 85.7 mi (137.9 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 43.2 mi (69.5 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min
The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours
Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 45 mph.
Location Details
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Palo Alto, Virginia to Elkins, West Virginia covers 85.7 mi (137.9 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (81.2-85.7 miles / 131-138 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).
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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.