How far is Mekinock, ND from Inkster, ND?
The driving distance from Mekinock, ND to Inkster, ND is about 22.6 miles (36.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.1 miles (25.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m 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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Township in Grand Forks County, North Dakota
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mekinock and Inkster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mekinock and Inkster.
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Start on 25th Street Northeast
4.5 mi · 11 min · 25th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto 28th Avenue Northeast
12 mi · 17 min · 28th Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto State Highway 18
5 mi · 6 min · State Highway 18
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Turn left onto 33rd Avenue Northeast
1.4 km · 2 min · 33rd Avenue Northeast
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Continue on 4th Street
639 ft · 22 sec · 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
28th Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto 28th Avenue Northeast
12 mi · 00h 17m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mekinock to Inkster?
The road trip is about 22.6 miles (36.3 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Gilby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.2 miles from Mekinock and 11.3 miles from Inkster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.1 miles (25.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.02 one way or $6.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mekinock and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Inkster.
Stop Ideas Near Gilby
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Grand Forks
Devils Lake
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mekinock and Inkster. Straight-line distance: 16.12 mi (25.94 km).
#1 Mekinock
Township in Grand Forks County, North Dakota
| Population | 2,387 |
| Coordinates | 48.0127700, -97.3634200 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Inkster
Township in Grand Forks County, North Dakota
| Population | 132 |
| Coordinates | 48.1513800, -97.6442500 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: Inkster (-97.64425, 48.15138)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.02 | $6.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.72 | $7.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.24 | $8.49 |
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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