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Distance from Elk Summit to Richland
Route Information
The driving distance from Elk Summit, Idaho to Richland, Oregon is 199.3 mi (320.7 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 89.5 mi (144.1 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 11 min
The estimated travel time by road is 6 hours 26 minutes
Traveling secondary roads, long-distance in a west direction. Average speeds around 30 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Elk Summit, Idaho to Richland, Oregon covers 199.3 mi (320.7 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, long-distance route typically takes 6 hours 26 minutes under normal conditions.
The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 30 mph (48 km/h).
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.