How far is Richardton, ND from Gladstone, ND?
The driving distance from Richardton, ND to Gladstone, ND is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12 miles (19.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in North Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richardton and Gladstone.
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Start on North Avenue East
2133 ft · 45 sec · North Avenue East
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Turn right onto Rebel Road
119 m · 8 sec · Rebel Road
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Continue on 88th Avenue Southwest
1 km · 1 min · 88th Avenue Southwest
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Take the ramp right
1289 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
1759 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left
921 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on 100 1/2 Avenue Southwest
1.1 mi · 3 min · 100 1/2 Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto Main Street
602 ft · 27 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richardton and Gladstone.
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.
88th Avenue Southwest
Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Richardton and Partly Sunny near Gladstone.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richardton to Gladstone?
The road trip is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km) and usually takes 00h 16m 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?
Taylor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Richardton and 7.6 miles from Gladstone.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12 miles (19.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.00 one way or $4.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Richardton and Partly Sunny near Gladstone.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richardton and Gladstone. Straight-line distance: 12.02 mi (19.34 km).
#1 Richardton
Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 573 |
| Coordinates | 46.8839000, -102.3157300 |
| Altitude | 751 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gladstone
City in North Dakota, USA
| Population | 352 |
| Coordinates | 46.8608400, -102.5679600 |
| Altitude | 716 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-102.567977, 46.860716)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.00 | $4.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.25 | $4.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
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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