How far is Taylor, ND from Richardton, ND?
The driving distance from Taylor, ND to Richardton, ND is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.3 miles (8.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 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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Halfway Point
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Township in Richland County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor and Richardton.
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Start on Highway 10
4.6 mi · 8 min · Highway 10
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 2 min
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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 Taylor and Richardton.
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.
Highway 10
Start on Highway 10
4.64 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Taylor 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 Taylor to Richardton?
The road trip is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km) and usually takes 00h 09m 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?
Antelope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.7 miles from Taylor and 2.8 miles from Richardton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.3 miles (8.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.2 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 8:10 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.75 one way or $1.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Taylor and Partly Sunny near Richardton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Taylor and Richardton. Straight-line distance: 5.29 mi (8.52 km).
#1 Taylor
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 171 |
| Coordinates | 46.9005600, -102.4251800 |
| Altitude | 762 |
| 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: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
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 | $0.75 | $1.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.93 | $1.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.06 | $2.12 |
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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