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Distance from Plainview to Fairbanks

Driving Distance
254.4 mi 409.5 km
Flying Distance
198.1 mi 318.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Plainview, Illinois to Fairbanks, Kentucky is 254.4 mi (409.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 198.1 mi (318.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 24 min

The estimated travel time by road is 4 hours 19 minutes

Traveling highway, long-distance in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 65 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Plainview
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 39.159213
Longitude -89.989827
GPS 39.159213° N, 89.989827° W
Local Time 7:15 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Fairbanks
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 36.523947
Longitude -88.547548
GPS 36.523947° N, 88.547548° W
Local Time 7:15 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Plainview, Illinois to Fairbanks, Kentucky covers 254.4 mi (409.5 km) in a southeast direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 4 hours 19 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (246.9-254.4 miles / 397-409 km). The primary route shown here saves 23 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 65 mph (105 km/h).

Available Routes

I-55 S
254.4 mi 4 hours 19 minutes
Shortest
I-57 S
250 mi 4 hours 20 minutes
I-64 E
246.9 mi 3 hours 57 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.