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Distance from Riddle to Lightwood

Driving Distance
29.4 mi 47.3 km
Flying Distance
9.1 mi 14.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Riddle, Alabama to Lightwood, Alabama is 29.4 mi (47.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 9.1 mi (14.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 36 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 52 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Riddle
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 32.654852
Longitude -86.248582
GPS 32.654852° N, 86.248582° W
Local Time 11:58 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Lightwood
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 32.711796
Longitude -86.389141
GPS 32.711796° N, 86.389141° W
Local Time 11:58 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Riddle, Alabama to Lightwood, Alabama covers 29.4 mi (47.3 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 36 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (25.7-29.4 miles / 41-47 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 52 mph (84 km/h).

Available Routes

US-231 S
29.4 mi 36 minutes
Shortest
US-231 S, AL-111 N/Holtville Rd and Lightwood Rd
25.7 mi 29 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.