How far is Fort Ripley, MN from Saint Mathias, MN?
The driving distance from Fort Ripley, MN to Saint Mathias, MN is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Ripley and Saint Mathias.
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Start on the route
669 ft · 12 sec
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Turn right onto Front Street
830 ft · 38 sec · Front Street
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Turn right onto Oak Drive South
85 m · 18 sec · Oak Drive South
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Turn left
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Sleepy Hollow Road
5 mi · 12 min · Sleepy Hollow Road
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Turn right onto County Road 121
2465 ft · 1 min · County Road 121
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 121
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Ripley and Saint Mathias.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Sleepy Hollow Road
Turn right onto Sleepy Hollow Road
5.02 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Fort Ripley and Light Rain Likely near Saint Mathias.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Ripley to Saint Mathias?
The road trip is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Crow Wing is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.2 miles from Fort Ripley and 5.2 miles from Saint Mathias.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.32 one way or $2.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Fort Ripley and Light Rain Likely near Saint Mathias.
Stop Ideas Near Crow Wing
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Ripley and Saint Mathias. Straight-line distance: 6.52 mi (10.5 km).
#1 Fort Ripley
Township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota
| Population | 934 |
| Coordinates | 46.1660800, -94.3602800 |
| Altitude | 356 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Mathias
Township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota
| Population | 651 |
| Coordinates | 46.2227400, -94.2511100 |
| Altitude | 374 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Mathias (-94.25111, 46.22274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $1.32 | $2.64 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.45 | $2.90 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.63 | $3.25 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
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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