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Distance from Roland to Elba
Route Information
The driving distance from Roland, Illinois to Elba, Illinois is 12 mi (19.3 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 7.9 mi (12.8 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min
The estimated travel time by road is 17 minutes
Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 40 mph.
Location Details
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Roland, Illinois to Elba, Illinois covers 12 mi (19.3 km) in a southwest direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 17 minutes under normal conditions.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 40 mph (64 km/h).
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.