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Distance from Polecat to Union Ridge

Driving Distance
117.9 mi 189.7 km
Flying Distance
94.9 mi 152.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Polecat, Tennessee to Union Ridge, Kentucky is 117.9 mi (189.7 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 94.9 mi (152.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 11 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 36 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 44 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Polecat
State/Province Tennessee
Country US
Latitude 35.956729
Longitude -87.880584
GPS 35.956729° N, 87.880584° W
Local Time 6:25 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Union Ridge
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.136988
Longitude -87.001941
GPS 37.136988° N, 87.001941° W
Local Time 6:25 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Polecat, Tennessee to Union Ridge, Kentucky covers 117.9 mi (189.7 km) in a northeast direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 36 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (115.4-151.4 miles / 186-244 km). The primary route shown here saves 9 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 44 mph (71 km/h).

Available Routes

US-79 N
117.9 mi 2 hours 36 minutes
Shortest Fastest
I-40 E and US-431 N
151.4 mi 2 hours 45 minutes
KY-181 N
115.4 mi 2 hours 37 minutes

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.