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Distance from Riddle to Shelby Shores

Driving Distance
72.2 mi 116.2 km
Flying Distance
35.0 mi 56.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Riddle, Alabama to Shelby Shores, Alabama is 72.2 mi (116.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 35.0 mi (56.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 23 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 53 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 3:10 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Shelby Shores
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 33.128451
Longitude -86.465813
GPS 33.128451° N, 86.465813° W
Local Time 3:10 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Riddle, Alabama to Shelby Shores, Alabama covers 72.2 mi (116.2 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 23 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (59.2-77.3 miles / 95-124 km). The primary route shown here saves 15 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 53 mph (85 km/h).

Available Routes

US-231 N
72.2 mi 1 hour 23 minutes
Shortest
I-65 N
77.3 mi 1 hour 22 minutes
AL-145 N
59.2 mi 1 hour 8 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.