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Distance from Alden to Elk Rapids

Driving Distance
15.7 mi 25.2 km
Flying Distance
7.0 mi 11.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alden, Michigan to Elk Rapids, Michigan is 15.7 mi (25.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 7.0 mi (11.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 23 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a west direction. Average speeds around 40 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Alden
Place Alden
State/Province Michigan
Country US
Latitude 44.881115
Longitude -85.275618
GPS 44.881115° N, 85.275618° W
Local Time 5:01 PM
Timezone America/Detroit

Destination:

Elk Rapids
Place Elk Rapids
State/Province Michigan
Country US
Latitude 44.895558
Longitude -85.416461
GPS 44.895558° N, 85.416461° W
Local Time 5:01 PM
Timezone America/Detroit

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alden, Michigan to Elk Rapids, Michigan covers 15.7 mi (25.2 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 23 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (15.3-23.0 miles / 25-37 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 40 mph (64 km/h).

Available Routes

Cherry Ave
15.7 mi 23 minutes
Shortest Fastest
Elk Lake Rd
23 mi 29 minutes
Cherry Ave and Cairn Hwy
15.3 mi 23 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.