How far is Dickinson, ND from Minot, ND?
The driving distance from Dickinson, ND to Minot, ND is about 181.9 miles (292.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.6 miles (187.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
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
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Human settlement in Oliver 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 Dickinson and Minot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dickinson and Minot.
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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
65.7 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 31 North: New Salem, Hazen
1420 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 31
30.5 mi · 36 min · State Highway 31
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 200 Alternate
3 mi · 3 min · State Highway 200 Alternate
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Continue on State Highway 200
16.7 mi · 20 min · State Highway 200
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Continue on West Main Road
2611 ft · 1 min · West Main Road
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Continue on State Highway 200
11.4 mi · 16 min · State Highway 200
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Turn left onto State Highway 48
2.9 mi · 3 min · State Highway 48
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Turn left
49 mi · 58 min
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Turn left onto Burdick Expressway West
23 m · 2 sec · Burdick Expressway West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Burdick Expressway West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dickinson and Minot.
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
65.7 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Sunny leaving Dickinson and Sunny near Minot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dickinson to Minot?
The road trip is about 181.9 miles (292.7 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.5 miles from Dickinson and 91.3 miles from Minot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.6 miles (187.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.3 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 12:42 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.21 one way or $48.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Dickinson and Minot, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dickinson and Sunny near Minot.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dickinson and Minot. Straight-line distance: 116.58 mi (187.62 km).
#1 Dickinson
City in North Dakota
| Population | 23,527 |
| Coordinates | 46.8791800, -102.7896200 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minot
The most populous city in Ward County, North Dakota.
| Population | 47,428 |
| Coordinates | 48.2325100, -101.2962700 |
| Altitude | 494 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burdick Expressway West (-101.296255, 48.232455)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 293 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
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 | $24.21 | $48.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.30 | $54.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.88 | $59.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.05 | $68.10 |
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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