How far is Ypsilanti, ND from Eldridge, ND?
The driving distance from Ypsilanti, ND to Eldridge, ND is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m 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 26m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Stutsman County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ypsilanti and Eldridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ypsilanti and Eldridge.
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Start on Lloyd Avenue South
18 m · 8 sec · Lloyd Avenue South
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Turn left onto 2nd Street South
123 m · 20 sec · 2nd Street South
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Turn right onto Jefferson Avenue South
1541 ft · 42 sec · Jefferson Avenue South
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Continue on 90th Avenue Southeast
1836 ft · 50 sec · 90th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on 43rd Street Southeast
6.9 mi · 17 min · 43rd Street Southeast
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Turn right
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Bismarck
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right
1168 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Main Avenue South
3212 ft · 2 min · Main Avenue South
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Turn left
28 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ypsilanti and Eldridge.
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.
43rd Street Southeast
Continue on 43rd Street Southeast
6.89 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Ypsilanti and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Eldridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ypsilanti to Eldridge?
The road trip is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
Homer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Ypsilanti and 10.7 miles from Eldridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 $3.05 one way or $6.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Ypsilanti and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Eldridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ypsilanti and Eldridge. Straight-line distance: 15.98 mi (25.72 km).
#1 Ypsilanti
Township in Stutsman County, North Dakota
| Population | 131 |
| Coordinates | 46.7819300, -98.5631500 |
| Altitude | 424 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eldridge
Unincorporated community in Stutsman County, in the U.
| Population | 117 |
| Coordinates | 46.9024900, -98.8517700 |
| Altitude | 471 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-98.851728, 46.902325)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.07 | $3.05 | $6.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.50 | $3.38 | $6.75 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $4.55 | $9.11 |
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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