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Distance from Soft Shell to Carlisle

Driving Distance
143.1 mi 230.4 km
Flying Distance
86.4 mi 139.0 km
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Route Information

The driving distance from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Carlisle, Kentucky is 143.1 mi (230.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 86.4 mi (139.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 10 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 32 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 54 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 4:35 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Carlisle
Place Carlisle
State/Province Kentucky
Country US
Latitude 38.31202
Longitude -84.027427
GPS 38.31202° N, 84.027427° W
Local Time 4:35 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Carlisle, Kentucky covers 143.1 mi (230.4 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 32 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (129.9-143.1 miles / 209-230 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 54 mph (87 km/h).

Available Routes

KY-15 N and Bert T Combs Mountain Pkwy W
143.1 mi 2 hours 32 minutes
Shortest
Bert T Combs Mountain Pkwy W
139.7 mi 2 hours 36 minutes
KY-15 N
129.9 mi 2 hours 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.