How far is Dickinson, ND from Lisbon, ND?
The driving distance from Dickinson, ND to Lisbon, ND is about 279.9 miles (450.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 244.1 miles (392.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Kidder County, North Dakota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dickinson and Lisbon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dickinson and Lisbon.
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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
1.1 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue West
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Take the ramp slight right
1476 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
226.7 mi · 3 hr 37 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
19.4 mi · 23 min · State Highway 1
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Turn left onto State Highway 46
19.1 mi · 22 min · State Highway 46
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Turn right onto State Highway 32
12.5 mi · 15 min · State Highway 32
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Continue on Main Street
2786 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue East
21 m · 2 sec · 5th Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dickinson and Lisbon.
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
Merge slight left
227 mi · 03h 37m
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.
Rain then Rain And Snow leaving Dickinson and Chance Light Rain near Lisbon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dickinson to Lisbon?
The road trip is about 279.9 miles (450.4 km) and usually takes 04h 40m 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?
Steele is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.6 miles from Dickinson and 140.3 miles from Lisbon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 244.1 miles (392.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.26 one way or $74.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Dickinson and Lisbon, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain then Rain And Snow around Dickinson and Chance Light Rain near Lisbon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dickinson and Lisbon. Straight-line distance: 244.07 mi (392.8 km).
#1 Dickinson
City in North Dakota
| Population | 23,527 |
| Coordinates | 46.8791800, -102.7896200 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lisbon
City in North Dakota
| Population | 2,015 |
| Coordinates | 46.4416300, -97.6812100 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lisbon (-97.68121, 46.44163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 450 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 29m |
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 | $37.26 | $74.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $42.02 | $84.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $45.98 | $91.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $52.40 | $104.81 |
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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