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Distance from Palo Alto to Pickens

Driving Distance
95.9 mi 154.3 km
Flying Distance
48.3 mi 77.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Palo Alto, Virginia to Pickens, West Virginia is 95.9 mi (154.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 48.3 mi (77.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 22 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 40 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Palo Alto
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 38.423456
Longitude -79.370319
GPS 38.423456° N, 79.370319° W
Local Time 1:35 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Pickens
Place Pickens
State/Province West Virginia
Country US
Latitude 38.655107
Longitude -80.211743
GPS 38.655107° N, 80.211743° W
Local Time 1:35 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Palo Alto, Virginia to Pickens, West Virginia covers 95.9 mi (154.3 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 22 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (93.7-115.0 miles / 151-185 km). The primary route shown here saves 32 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 40 mph (64 km/h).

Available Routes

US-250 N
95.9 mi 2 hours 22 minutes
Shortest
US-219 N/Seneca Trail
115 mi 2 hours 49 minutes
US-250 W
93.7 mi 2 hours 18 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.