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Distance from Vulcan to Fairfield

Driving Distance
17.5 mi 28.1 km
Flying Distance
14.9 mi 24.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Vulcan, Alabama to Fairfield, Alabama is 17.5 mi (28.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 14.9 mi (24.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 26 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a south direction. Average speeds around 43 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Vulcan
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 33.69566
Longitude -86.973608
GPS 33.69566° N, 86.973608° W
Local Time 1:00 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Fairfield
Place Fairfield
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 33.48594
Longitude -86.911937
GPS 33.48594° N, 86.911937° W
Local Time 1:00 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Vulcan, Alabama to Fairfield, Alabama covers 17.5 mi (28.1 km) in a south direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 26 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (17.4-25.7 miles / 28-41 km). The primary route shown here saves 39 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 43 mph (69 km/h).

Available Routes

AL-5 S and Adamsville Ensley Rd/Minor Pkwy
17.5 mi 26 minutes
Shortest Fastest
I-22
25.7 mi 27 minutes
Co Rd 71, AL-5 S and Adamsville Ensley Rd/Minor Pkwy
17.4 mi 26 minutes

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.