How far is Belfield, ND from Jamestown, ND?
The driving distance from Belfield, ND to Jamestown, ND is about 218.7 miles (351.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 212 miles (341.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belfield and Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belfield and Jamestown.
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Start on 1st Avenue Northwest
10 m · 7 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto Main Street North
2015 ft · 58 sec · Main Street North
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Turn right onto Highway 10 East
2171 ft · 1 min · Highway 10 East
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Turn left onto Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
1808 ft · 24 sec · Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
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Take the exit right
1331 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
214.2 mi · 3 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight left toward Jamestown
2077 ft · 51 sec
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Continue on 17th Street Southwest
1.3 km · 1 min · 17th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto West Business Loop
1.1 km · 1 min · West Business Loop
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Keep slight left
19 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue South
1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Belfield and Jamestown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
Merge slight left
214 mi · 03h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny leaving Belfield and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belfield to Jamestown?
The road trip is about 218.7 miles (351.9 km) and usually takes 03h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mandan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.8 miles from Belfield and 109.9 miles from Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 212 miles (341.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.11 one way or $58.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Belfield and Jamestown, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Belfield and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Jamestown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belfield and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 212.01 mi (341.2 km).
#1 Belfield
Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,035 |
| Coordinates | 46.8852900, -103.1996200 |
| Altitude | 788 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jamestown
City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,930 |
| Coordinates | 46.9105400, -98.7084400 |
| Altitude | 429 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Avenue North (-98.708542, 46.910538)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 352 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $29.11 | $58.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.83 | $65.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.93 | $71.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.95 | $81.89 |
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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