How far is Belfield, ND from Richardton, ND?
The driving distance from Belfield, ND to Richardton, ND is about 45 miles (72.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belfield and Richardton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belfield and Richardton.
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Start on 1st Avenue Northwest
10 m · 7 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto Main Street North
2015 ft · 58 sec · Main Street North
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Turn right onto Highway 10 East
2171 ft · 1 min · Highway 10 East
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Turn left onto Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
1808 ft · 24 sec · Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
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Take the exit right
1331 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
42.1 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 8: Richardton, Mott
1423 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto 88th Avenue Southwest
1.3 km · 1 min · 88th Avenue Southwest
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Continue on Rebel Road
119 m · 13 sec · Rebel Road
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Turn left
2133 ft · 43 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Belfield and Richardton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
Merge slight left
42.1 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Belfield and Partly Sunny near Richardton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belfield to Richardton?
The road trip is about 45 miles (72.4 km) and usually takes 00h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dickinson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Belfield and 22.6 miles from Richardton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.00 one way or $11.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Belfield and Partly Sunny near Richardton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belfield and Richardton. Straight-line distance: 41.74 mi (67.17 km).
#1 Belfield
Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,035 |
| Coordinates | 46.8852900, -103.1996200 |
| Altitude | 788 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richardton
Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 573 |
| Coordinates | 46.8839000, -102.3157300 |
| Altitude | 751 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richardton (-102.31573, 46.8839)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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