How far is Ridley, IA from Marquette, IA?
The driving distance from Ridley, IA to Marquette, IA is about 19.9 miles (32 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.7 miles (26.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m 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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This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Township in Clayton County, Iowa
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridley and Marquette.
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Start on Cedar Avenue
152 m · 25 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Turn left
19.6 mi · 27 min
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Turn left onto Marquette Drive
81 m · 7 sec · Marquette Drive
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Turn right onto Edgar Street
66 m · 10 sec · Edgar Street
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Turn left onto Second Street
58 m · 6 sec · Second Street
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Turn right onto North Street
570 ft · 14 sec · North Street
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Turn right onto 1st Street
69 m · 4 sec · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ridley and Marquette.
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.
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19.6 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Sunny leaving Ridley and Sunny near Marquette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ridley to Marquette?
The road trip is about 19.9 miles (32 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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?
Monona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.9 miles from Ridley and 9.9 miles from Marquette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.7 miles (26.9 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.64 one way or $5.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ridley and Sunny near Marquette.
Stop Ideas Near Monona
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 Monona.
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Winona station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ridley and Marquette. Straight-line distance: 16.73 mi (26.93 km).
#1 Ridley
Ridley is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.0647000, -91.5084800 |
| Altitude | 356 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marquette
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 448 |
| Coordinates | 43.0444300, -91.1781900 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street (-91.1782, 43.044441)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.64 | $5.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.98 | $5.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.26 | $6.52 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.71 | $7.43 |
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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