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Distance from Soft Shell to Bent

Driving Distance
128 mi 206.1 km
Flying Distance
85.2 mi 137.1 km
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Route Information

The driving distance from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Bent, Kentucky is 128 mi (206.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 85.2 mi (137.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 10 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 28 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a west direction. Average speeds around 55 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Soft Shell
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.40232
Longitude -82.942108
GPS 37.40232° N, 82.942108° W
Local Time 1:33 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Bent
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 37.112025
Longitude -84.444661
GPS 37.112025° N, 84.444661° W
Local Time 1:33 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Bent, Kentucky covers 128 mi (206.1 km) in a west direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 28 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (105.6-128.0 miles / 170-206 km). The primary route shown here saves 34 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 55 mph (89 km/h).

Available Routes

KY-30 W
128 mi 2 hours 28 minutes
Shortest
KY-9006 W/Hal Rogers Pkwy
105.6 mi 1 hour 55 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.