How far is Beulah, ND from Jamestown, ND?
The driving distance from Beulah, ND to Jamestown, ND is about 178 miles (286.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.5 miles (235.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Burleigh County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Beulah and Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beulah and Jamestown.
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Start on Central Avenue South
17 m · 8 sec · Central Avenue South
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Turn left onto Main Street West
1912 ft · 58 sec · Main Street West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 49
10.5 mi · 16 min · State Highway 49
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Continue on 61st Avenue Southwest
3 mi · 4 min · 61st Avenue Southwest
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Continue on State Highway 49
14.6 mi · 22 min · State Highway 49
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Take the ramp left
1305 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
146.2 mi · 2 hr 20 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 Beulah 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.
State Highway 49
Merge slight left
146 mi · 02h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Beulah and Sunny near Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Beulah to Jamestown?
The road trip is about 178 miles (286.4 km) and usually takes 02h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Menoken is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.6 miles from Beulah and 89.4 miles from Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.5 miles (235.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.68 one way or $47.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Beulah and Sunny near Jamestown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Beulah and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 146.44 mi (235.67 km).
#1 Beulah
City in Mercer County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 3,128 |
| Coordinates | 47.2633400, -101.7779500 |
| Altitude | 544 |
| 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: 286 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $23.68 | $47.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.71 | $53.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.23 | $58.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.31 | $66.62 |
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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