How far is Bismarck, ND from Hazen, ND?

The driving distance from Bismarck, ND to Hazen, ND is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
71.4 mi
01h 22m
Flight
51.84 mi
83.43 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
51.84 mi
Kilometers
83.43 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
71.4 mi
Kilometers
114.91 km
Drive Time
01h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hazen
Thu, Apr 23, 1:43 AM CDT
Return by in Bismarck
Thu, Apr 23, 3:06 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bismarck
2026-04-23T00:20
Arrive Hazen
Thu, Apr 23, 1:43 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:44 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bismarck
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
New Salem
ND

City in Morton County, North Dakota

From Bismarck
35.7 mi
00h 41m
To Hazen
35.7 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Thursday

Rain Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 to 29 mph W
Destination
56°F
Thursday

Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 to 32 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bismarck and Hazen.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bismarck and Hazen.

  1. 1

    Start on East Rosser Avenue

    1.4 km · 2 min · East Rosser Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on West Rosser Avenue

    565 ft · 21 sec · West Rosser Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto West Main Avenue

    2561 ft · 45 sec · West Main Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Memorial Highway

    2537 ft · 46 sec · Memorial Highway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    1844 ft · 35 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Bismarck Expressway

    1.1 mi · 1 min · Bismarck Expressway

  7. 7

    Merge slight right

    27.9 mi · 27 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    1418 ft · 38 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right onto State Highway 31

    30.3 mi · 35 min · State Highway 31

  10. 10

    At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 200 Alternate

    9 mi · 11 min · State Highway 200 Alternate

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue Northeast

    139 m · 20 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast

  12. 12

    Continue on County Road 18

    761 ft · 33 sec · County Road 18

  13. 13

    Continue on 4th Avenue Northeast

    625 ft · 28 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Railroad Avenue

    112 m · 16 sec · Railroad Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on Main Street East

    1014 ft · 45 sec · Main Street East

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street East

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bismarck and Hazen.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 31
30.3 mi · 42%
Bismarck Expressway
29.2 mi · 41%
State Highway 200 Alternate
8.99 mi · 13%
East Rosser Avenue
0.86 mi · 1%
Memorial Highway
0.83 mi · 1%
West Main Avenue
0.49 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

State Highway 31

Turn right onto State Highway 31

30.3 mi · 00h 35m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.6 mi
51.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
New Salem
00h 41m from Bismarck
Leave By
3:44 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Likely leaving Bismarck and Rain near Hazen.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bismarck to Hazen?

The road trip is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?

New Salem is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.7 miles from Bismarck and 35.7 miles from Hazen.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 3:44 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.50 one way or $19.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Bismarck and Rain near Hazen.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bismarck and Hazen. Straight-line distance: 51.84 mi (83.43 km).

Bismarck

#1 Bismarck

The capital of North Dakota.

Population74,018
Coordinates46.8083300, -100.7837400
Altitude514
CountryUnited States
Hazen

#2 Hazen

City in North Dakota, USA

Population2,332
Coordinates47.2944500, -101.6226600
Altitude532
CountryUnited States
Start: Bismarck (-100.78374, 46.80833)
End: Hazen (-101.62266, 47.29445)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 115 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 47m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 25m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 53m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.52 gal
9.54 L · about $9.50
Round trip
$19.01
5.04 gal · 19.08 L
Estimated CO2
22.4 kg one way
Round trip: 44.8 kg / 99 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.50 $19.01
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.72 $21.44
Premium $4.65 $11.73 $23.46
Diesel $5.30 $13.37 $26.73

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in North Dakota · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Bismarck and Hazen. The current time is 00:20:55.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.