How far is Buford, ND from Epping, ND?
The driving distance from Buford, ND to Epping, ND is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Williams County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain
Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buford and Epping.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buford and Epping.
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Start on State Highway 1804
15.3 mi · 20 min · State Highway 1804
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Turn right onto Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
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Continue on Dakota Parkway
5.4 mi · 6 min · Dakota Parkway
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Continue on 2nd Avenue
5.2 mi · 6 min · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto 57th Street Northwest
6.6 mi · 9 min · 57th Street Northwest
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Turn slight left onto 57th Lane Northwest
1.1 mi · 3 min · 57th Lane Northwest
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 57th Lane Northwest
2253 ft · 1 min · 57th Lane Northwest
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Continue on 58th Street Northwest
4.8 mi · 8 min · 58th Street Northwest
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Turn left onto 123rd Drive Northwest
1.5 mi · 4 min · 123rd Drive Northwest
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Continue on Lawrence Avenue
134 m · 12 sec · Lawrence Avenue
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Continue on County Highway 42
112 m · 16 sec · County Highway 42
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
83 m · 12 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buford and Epping.
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.
State Highway 1804
Start on State Highway 1804
15.3 mi · 00h 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.
Light Rain leaving Buford and Rain near Epping.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buford to Epping?
The road trip is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Williston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.5 miles from Buford and 21.6 miles from Epping.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.1 miles (56.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 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 4:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.73 one way or $11.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Buford and Rain near Epping.
Stop Ideas Near Williston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Williston.
Williston
Sidney, MT
Stanley
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buford and Epping. Straight-line distance: 35.08 mi (56.46 km).
#1 Buford
Unincorporated community in North Dakota
| Population | 113 |
| Coordinates | 47.9986300, -103.9913200 |
| Altitude | 595 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Epping
City in Williams County, North Dakota, USA
| Population | 147 |
| Coordinates | 48.2791900, -103.3571300 |
| Altitude | 675 |
| Country | United States |
End: Epping (-103.35713, 48.27919)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.46 | $12.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.07 | $14.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
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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