How far is Bismarck, ND from New Salem, ND?
The driving distance from Bismarck, ND to New Salem, ND is about 33 miles (53.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.8 miles (47.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Township in Williams County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bismarck and New Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bismarck and New Salem.
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Start on East Rosser Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · East Rosser Avenue
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Continue on West Rosser Avenue
565 ft · 21 sec · West Rosser Avenue
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Turn straight onto West Main Avenue
2561 ft · 45 sec · West Main Avenue
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Continue on Memorial Highway
2537 ft · 46 sec · Memorial Highway
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Take the ramp slight right
1844 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bismarck Expressway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Bismarck Expressway
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Merge slight right
27.9 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right
1418 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 31
846 ft · 16 sec · State Highway 31
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Continue on 8th Street North
1.4 km · 2 min · 8th Street North
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Turn left onto Ash Avenue
1095 ft · 24 sec · Ash Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street North
963 ft · 48 sec · 5th Street North
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Turn left onto Elm Avenue
131 m · 19 sec · Elm Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elm Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bismarck and New Salem.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Bismarck Expressway
Merge slight right
27.9 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bismarck and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bismarck to New Salem?
The road trip is about 33 miles (53.1 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Judson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Bismarck and 16.5 miles from New Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.8 miles (47.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.37 one way or $8.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bismarck and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Salem.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bismarck and New Salem. Straight-line distance: 29.77 mi (47.91 km).
#1 Bismarck
The capital of North Dakota.
| Population | 74,018 |
| Coordinates | 46.8083300, -100.7837400 |
| Altitude | 514 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Salem
City in Morton County, North Dakota
| Population | 1,006 |
| Coordinates | 46.8450000, -101.4112500 |
| Altitude | 662 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Salem (-101.41125, 46.845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.37 | $8.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
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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