How far is Bismarck, ND from Oakes, ND?
The driving distance from Bismarck, ND to Oakes, ND is about 185 miles (297.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 10m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Stutsman County, in the U.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bismarck and Oakes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bismarck and Oakes.
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Start on East Rosser Avenue
1308 ft · 47 sec · East Rosser Avenue
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Turn left onto North 9th Street
2947 ft · 54 sec · North 9th Street
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Turn right onto East Boulevard Avenue
69 m · 4 sec · East Boulevard Avenue
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Continue on State Street
1 mi · 2 min · State Street
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Take the ramp right toward Fargo
49.7 mi · 48 min
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Continue straight
79.3 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 1 South: Verona, Oakes
1182 ft · 16 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 1
37.8 mi · 44 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on 1st Street
1021 ft · 35 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on State Highway 1
15.4 mi · 19 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on 7th Street North
2757 ft · 2 min · 7th Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bismarck and Oakes.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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79.3 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Bismarck and Chance Light Rain near Oakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bismarck to Oakes?
The road trip is about 185 miles (297.8 km) and usually takes 03h 10m 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?
Eldridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.3 miles from Bismarck and 92.7 miles from Oakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.7 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.62 one way or $49.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Bismarck and Chance Light Rain near Oakes.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bismarck and Oakes. Straight-line distance: 136.25 mi (219.27 km).
#1 Bismarck
The capital of North Dakota.
| Population | 74,018 |
| Coordinates | 46.8083300, -100.7837400 |
| Altitude | 514 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakes
City in Dickey County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,657 |
| Coordinates | 46.1385800, -98.0903800 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakes (-98.09038, 46.13858)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.77 | $55.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.39 | $60.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.64 | $69.27 |
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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