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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Morton County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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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.
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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 · 38 sec
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Turn right onto 8th Street North
1.4 km · 2 min · 8th Street North
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Turn left onto Ash Avenue
1095 ft · 24 sec · Ash Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street North
963 ft · 48 sec · 5th Street North
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Turn left onto Elm Avenue
131 m · 19 sec · Elm Avenue
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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.
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.
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).
#1 Dickinson
City in North Dakota
| Population | 23,527 |
| Coordinates | 46.8791800, -102.7896200 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Salem
City in Morton County, North Dakota
| Population | 1,006 |
| Coordinates | 46.8450000, -101.4112500 |
| Altitude | 662 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Salem (-101.41125, 46.845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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