How far is Buford, ND from Ray, ND?
The driving distance from Buford, ND to Ray, ND is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.
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
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Light Rain
Light Rain Likely then Rain And Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buford and Ray.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buford and Ray.
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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
12.7 mi · 15 min · 2nd Avenue
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Continue on 64th Street Northwest
19.9 mi · 23 min · 64th Street Northwest
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Continue on West Railroad Avenue
1691 ft · 27 sec · West Railroad Avenue
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Turn left onto Score Street
765 ft · 36 sec · Score Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West
150 m · 22 sec · 2nd Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buford and Ray.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
64th Street Northwest
Continue on 64th Street Northwest
19.9 mi · 00h 23m
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 Light Rain Likely then Rain And Snow near Ray.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buford to Ray?
The road trip is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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 28.1 miles from Buford and 30.5 miles from Ray.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.9 miles (72.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 4:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.81 one way or $15.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Buford and Light Rain Likely then Rain And Snow near Ray.
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 Ray. Straight-line distance: 44.94 mi (72.33 km).
#1 Buford
Unincorporated community in North Dakota
| Population | 113 |
| Coordinates | 47.9986300, -103.9913200 |
| Altitude | 595 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ray
City in North Dakota, USA
| Population | 943 |
| Coordinates | 48.3444700, -103.1651800 |
| Altitude | 694 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Avenue East (-103.16518, 48.344359)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.81 | $15.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.63 | $19.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
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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