How far is Dickinson, ND from Killdeer, ND?
The driving distance from Dickinson, ND to Killdeer, ND is about 35 miles (56.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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.
Census-designated place in Dunn County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dickinson and Killdeer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dickinson and Killdeer.
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Start on the route
24 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
15 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto West Villard Street
42 m · 6 sec · West Villard Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue West
33.6 mi · 50 min · 3rd Avenue West
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 22 Business
51 m · 3 sec · State Highway 22 Business
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 22 Business
1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22 Business
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Continue on Central Avenue Southeast
1940 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dickinson and Killdeer.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
3rd Avenue West
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue West
33.6 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Rain then Rain And Snow leaving Dickinson and Rain near Killdeer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dickinson to Killdeer?
The road trip is about 35 miles (56.4 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Manning is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from Dickinson and 17.5 miles from Killdeer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.9 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.68 one way or $9.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain then Rain And Snow around Dickinson and Rain near Killdeer.
Stop Ideas Near Manning
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dickinson and Killdeer. Straight-line distance: 34.09 mi (54.86 km).
#1 Dickinson
City in North Dakota
| Population | 23,527 |
| Coordinates | 46.8791800, -102.7896200 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Killdeer
Human settlement in Dunn County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,155 |
| Coordinates | 47.3719600, -102.7540800 |
| Altitude | 698 |
| Country | United States |
End: Killdeer (-102.75408, 47.37196)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.68 | $9.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.27 | $10.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.58 | $13.15 |
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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