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Distance from Ruthton to Clear Lake
Route Information
The driving distance from Ruthton, Minnesota to Clear Lake, South Dakota is 69.6 mi (112 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 49.0 mi (78.8 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min
The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 13 minutes
Traveling highway, substantial in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 59 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Ruthton, Minnesota to Clear Lake, South Dakota covers 69.6 mi (112 km) in a northwest direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 13 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (67.8-69.6 miles / 109-112 km). The primary route shown here saves 54 seconds compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 59 mph (95 km/h).
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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.