How far is South Heart, ND from Richardton, ND?
The driving distance from South Heart, ND to Richardton, ND is about 36.4 miles (58.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m 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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City in North Dakota, USA
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Heart and Richardton.
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Start on 4th Street Northwest
79 m · 7 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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Continue on 121st Avenue Southwest
1630 ft · 45 sec · 121st Avenue Southwest
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Continue on South Heart Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Heart Road
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Take the ramp right
1352 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
32.9 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 8: Richardton, Mott
1423 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto 88th Avenue Southwest
1.3 km · 1 min · 88th Avenue Southwest
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Continue on Rebel Road
119 m · 13 sec · Rebel Road
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Turn left
2133 ft · 43 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Heart and Richardton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Heart Road
Merge slight left
32.9 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving South Heart and Partly Sunny near Richardton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Heart to Richardton?
The road trip is about 36.4 miles (58.6 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Gladstone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from South Heart and 18.3 miles from Richardton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.83 one way or $9.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around South Heart and Partly Sunny near Richardton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Heart and Richardton. Straight-line distance: 31.95 mi (51.42 km).
#1 South Heart
Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 449 |
| Coordinates | 46.8647300, -102.9915700 |
| Altitude | 758 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richardton
Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 573 |
| Coordinates | 46.8839000, -102.3157300 |
| Altitude | 751 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richardton (-102.31573, 46.8839)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.83 | $9.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.44 | $10.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.79 | $13.58 |
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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