How far is Dickinson, ND from New Salem, ND?

The driving distance from Dickinson, ND to New Salem, ND is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 65.2 miles (104.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
68.67 mi
01h 08m
Flight
65.16 mi
104.87 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
65.16 mi
Kilometers
104.87 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
68.67 mi
Kilometers
110.52 km
Drive Time
01h 08m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New Salem
Tue, Apr 14, 10:54 PM CDT
Return by in Dickinson
Tue, Apr 14, 11:02 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dickinson
2026-04-14T20:45
Arrive New Salem
Tue, Apr 14, 9:54 PM MDT
Route Timing
01h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:08 AM to 12:08 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:14 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dickinson
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Hebron
ND

City in Morton County, North Dakota

From Dickinson
34.2 mi
00h 34m
To New Salem
34.4 mi
00h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
52°F
Tuesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 12:00 AM MDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph E
Destination
51°F
Tuesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Dickinson and New Salem.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dickinson and New Salem.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    24 m · 8 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right

    15 m · 6 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West Villard Street

    42 m · 6 sec · West Villard Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 3rd Avenue West

    1.1 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue West

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    1476 ft · 37 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    65.7 mi · 1 hr 2 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward ND 31 North: New Salem, Hazen

    1420 ft · 38 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 8th Street North

    1.4 km · 2 min · 8th Street North

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Ash Avenue

    1095 ft · 24 sec · Ash Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn right onto 5th Street North

    963 ft · 48 sec · 5th Street North

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Elm Avenue

    131 m · 19 sec · Elm Avenue

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Elm Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Dickinson and New Salem.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
3rd Avenue West
67 mi · 98%
8th Street North
0.87 mi · 1%
ND 31 North
0.27 mi
Ash Avenue
0.21 mi
5th Street North
0.18 mi
Elm Avenue
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.5 mi
65.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hebron
00h 34m from Dickinson
Leave By
4:14 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Dickinson and Chance Light Rain near New Salem.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Dickinson to New Salem?

The road trip is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?

Hebron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.2 miles from Dickinson and 34.4 miles from New Salem.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 65.2 miles (104.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 4:14 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.13 one way or $18.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.5 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Dickinson and New Salem, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Dickinson and Chance Light Rain near New Salem.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dickinson and New Salem. Straight-line distance: 65.16 mi (104.87 km).

Dickinson

#1 Dickinson

City in North Dakota

Population23,527
Coordinates46.8791800, -102.7896200
Altitude735
CountryUnited States
New Salem

#2 New Salem

City in Morton County, North Dakota

Population1,006
Coordinates46.8450000, -101.4112500
Altitude662
CountryUnited States
Start: Dickinson (-102.78962, 46.87918)
End: New Salem (-101.41125, 46.845)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 111 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 17m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 08m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.42 gal
9.17 L · about $9.13
Round trip
$18.25
4.84 gal · 18.34 L
Estimated CO2
21.5 kg one way
Round trip: 43 kg / 95 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.13 $18.25
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.29 $20.58
Premium $4.65 $11.26 $22.53
Diesel $5.30 $12.84 $25.67

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in North Dakota · Apr 15, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Dickinson, ND and New Salem, ND. The current time in Dickinson is 20:45:46, although it is 21:45:46 in New Salem.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.