How far is Devils Lake, ND from Thompson, ND?
The driving distance from Devils Lake, ND to Thompson, ND is about 99.4 miles (160 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.6 miles (136.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Grand Forks County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Devils Lake and Thompson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Devils Lake and Thompson.
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Start on College Drive North
1.2 km · 2 min · College Drive North
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Turn left onto Highway 2 East
22.1 mi · 42 min · Highway 2 East
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Continue on 43rd Street Northeast
3.3 mi · 4 min · 43rd Street Northeast
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Continue on 4th Avenue Southwest
1560 ft · 20 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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Continue on South Street
2434 ft · 31 sec · South Street
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Continue on 43rd Street Northeast
22.1 mi · 25 min · 43rd Street Northeast
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Continue on 23rd Avenue
34.2 mi · 38 min · 23rd Avenue
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Continue on Gateway Drive
3.7 mi · 6 min · Gateway Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South, US 81 South: Fargo
11 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 15 West, CR 81A East: Thompson
1293 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 15
1.5 km · 1 min · State Highway 15
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Continue on Broadway Street
2600 ft · 1 min · Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Devils Lake and Thompson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
23rd Avenue
Continue on 23rd Avenue
34.2 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Devils Lake and Partly Sunny near Thompson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Devils Lake to Thompson?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (160 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Niagara is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from Devils Lake and 49.8 miles from Thompson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.6 miles (136.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.24 one way or $26.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Devils Lake and Partly Sunny near Thompson.
Stop Ideas Near Niagara
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 Niagara.
Grand Forks
Devils Lake
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Devils Lake and Thompson. Straight-line distance: 84.55 mi (136.07 km).
#1 Devils Lake
City in North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,229 |
| Coordinates | 48.1127800, -98.8651200 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Thompson
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,027 |
| Coordinates | 47.7735900, -97.1098000 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thompson (-97.1098, 47.77359)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.24 | $26.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.93 | $29.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.34 | $32.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.62 | $37.23 |
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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