How far is Bismarck, ND from Killdeer, ND?

The driving distance from Bismarck, ND to Killdeer, ND is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m 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
131.41 mi
02h 27m
Flight
100.53 mi
161.79 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
100.53 mi
Kilometers
161.79 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
131.41 mi
Kilometers
211.49 km
Drive Time
02h 27m

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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 02h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Killdeer
Thu, Apr 23, 6:01 AM MDT
Return by in Bismarck
Thu, Apr 23, 9:29 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bismarck
2026-04-23T04:33
Arrive Killdeer
Thu, Apr 23, 7:01 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:28 AM to 11:28 AM MDT

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

Leave by
1:34 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
Antelope
ND

Township in Richland County, North Dakota

From Bismarck
65.6 mi
01h 13m
To Killdeer
65.8 mi
01h 13m

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
54°F
Thursday

Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 5:00 AM MDT
Wind
17 to 35 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    94 mi · 1 hr 30 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    1315 ft · 32 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right

    86 m · 7 sec

  10. 10

    Turn slight right onto 3rd Avenue West

    32.3 mi · 48 min · 3rd Avenue West

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 22 Business

    51 m · 3 sec · State Highway 22 Business

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 22 Business

    1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22 Business

  13. 13

    Continue on Central Avenue Southeast

    1940 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Southeast

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue Southeast

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Bismarck Expressway
95.4 mi · 73%
3rd Avenue West
32.3 mi · 25%
State Highway 22 Business
1.04 mi · 1%
East Rosser Avenue
0.86 mi · 1%
Memorial Highway
0.83 mi · 1%
West Main Avenue
0.49 mi
Longest Stretch

Bismarck Expressway

Merge slight right

94 mi · 01h 30m

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
02h 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.9 mi
100.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Antelope
01h 13m from Bismarck
Leave By
1:34 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Likely leaving Bismarck and Rain near Killdeer.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?

Antelope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.6 miles from Bismarck and 65.8 miles from Killdeer.

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

The direct path is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 1:34 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.50 one way or $34.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.2 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Bismarck and Killdeer, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bismarck and Killdeer. Straight-line distance: 100.53 mi (161.79 km).

Bismarck

#1 Bismarck

The capital of North Dakota.

Population74,018
Coordinates46.8083300, -100.7837400
Altitude514
CountryUnited States
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#2 Killdeer

Human settlement in Dunn County, North Dakota, United States of America

Population1,155
Coordinates47.3719600, -102.7540800
Altitude698
CountryUnited States
Start: Bismarck (-100.78374, 46.80833)
End: Killdeer (-102.75408, 47.37196)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 211 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 17m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.64 gal
17.55 L · about $17.50
Round trip
$34.99
9.28 gal · 35.1 L
Estimated CO2
41.2 kg one way
Round trip: 82.5 kg / 182 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $17.50 $34.99
Mid-grade $4.25 $19.73 $39.47
Premium $4.65 $21.59 $43.19
Diesel $5.30 $24.61 $49.22

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

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Bismarck, ND and Killdeer, ND. The current time in Bismarck is 04:33:29, although it is 03:33:29 in Killdeer.

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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.