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Distance from Richards to Detroit Lakes
Route Information
The driving distance from Richards, Minnesota to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota is 4.9 mi (7.8 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 0 min
The estimated travel time by road is 7 minutes
Traveling secondary roads, short in a east direction. Average speeds around 40 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Richards, Minnesota to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota covers 4.9 mi (7.8 km) in a east direction. This secondary roads, short route typically takes 7 minutes under normal conditions.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 40 mph (64 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.