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Distance from Simpson to Glens Fork

Driving Distance
268.5 mi 432.2 km
Flying Distance
195.7 mi 315.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Simpson, Illinois to Glens Fork, Kentucky is 268.5 mi (432.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 195.7 mi (315.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 24 min

The estimated travel time by road is 4 hours 17 minutes

Traveling fast highway, long-distance in a east direction. Average speeds around 73 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Simpson
Place Simpson
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 37.467273
Longitude -88.755059
GPS 37.467273° N, 88.755059° W
Local Time 4:44 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Glens Fork
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.013952
Longitude -85.250516
GPS 37.013952° N, 85.250516° W
Local Time 4:44 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Simpson, Illinois to Glens Fork, Kentucky covers 268.5 mi (432.2 km) in a east direction. This fast highway, long-distance route typically takes 4 hours 17 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (268.5-299.8 miles / 432-483 km). The primary route shown here saves 27 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 73 mph (117 km/h).

Available Routes

I-165
268.5 mi 4 hours 17 minutes
Shortest
I-24 E and I-65 N
299.8 mi 4 hours 20 minutes
I-24 E
268.5 mi 3 hours 54 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.