How far is Ridley, IA from Elkader, IA?
The driving distance from Ridley, IA to Elkader, IA is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.5 miles (24.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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 Ridley and Elkader.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridley and Elkader.
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Start on Cedar Avenue
152 m · 25 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Turn left
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Dolphin Avenue
2.6 mi · 5 min · Dolphin Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 145th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 145th Street
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Turn right onto Eagle Avenue
4.6 mi · 8 min · Eagle Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Gunder Road
6.6 mi · 12 min · Gunder Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North High Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North High Street
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Turn right onto Bridge Street
880 ft · 23 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
9 m · 1 sec · South 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ridley and Elkader.
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.
Gunder Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Gunder Road
6.63 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Sunny leaving Ridley and Sunny near Elkader.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ridley to Elkader?
The road trip is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Farmersburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Ridley and 9.1 miles from Elkader.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.5 miles (24.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ridley and Sunny near Elkader.
Stop Ideas Near Farmersburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Farmersburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ridley and Elkader. Straight-line distance: 15.47 mi (24.9 km).
#1 Ridley
Ridley is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.0647000, -91.5084800 |
| Altitude | 356 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Bridge Street (-91.405476, 42.853925)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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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