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Distance from Soft Shell to Elm Springs

Driving Distance
142 mi 228.5 km
Flying Distance
82.1 mi 132.1 km
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Route Information

The driving distance from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Elm Springs, Tennessee is 142 mi (228.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 82.1 mi (132.1 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 10 min

The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 59 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 48 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 2:52 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:


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Place Elm Springs
State/Province Tennessee
Country US
Latitude 36.336195
Longitude -83.600739
GPS 36.336195° N, 83.600739° W
Local Time 2:52 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Soft Shell, Kentucky to Elm Springs, Tennessee covers 142 mi (228.5 km) in a southwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 59 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (139.8-154.8 miles / 225-249 km). The primary route shown here saves 18 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 48 mph (77 km/h).

Available Routes

KY-9006 W, KY-66 S and US-25E S
142 mi 2 hours 59 minutes
Shortest
US-23 S
154.8 mi 3 hours 15 minutes
KY-66 S and US-25E S
139.8 mi 2 hours 57 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.