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Distance from Vinton to Forest

Driving Distance
43 mi 69.1 km
Flying Distance
33.9 mi 54.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Vinton, Virginia to Forest, Virginia is 43 mi (69.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 33.9 mi (54.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 51 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a east direction. Average speeds around 51 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Vinton
Place Vinton
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 37.280971
Longitude -79.896982
GPS 37.280971° N, 79.896982° W
Local Time 8:10 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Forest
Place Forest
State/Province Virginia
Country US
Latitude 37.363753
Longitude -79.289749
GPS 37.363753° N, 79.289749° W
Local Time 8:10 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Vinton, Virginia to Forest, Virginia covers 43 mi (69.1 km) in a east direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 51 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (42.7-44.6 miles / 69-72 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 51 mph (82 km/h).

Available Routes

US-460 E, Independence Blvd and US-221 N/Forest Rd
43 mi 51 minutes
Shortest
US-460 E
44.6 mi 53 minutes
US-460 E and US-221 N/Forest Rd
42.7 mi 51 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.