How far is Dickinson, ND from Washburn, ND?

The driving distance from Dickinson, ND to Washburn, ND is about 114.8 miles (184.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 87.6 miles (140.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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
114.76 mi
02h 04m
Flight
87.54 mi
140.88 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
87.54 mi
Kilometers
140.88 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
114.76 mi
Kilometers
184.69 km
Drive Time
02h 04m

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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 02h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Washburn
Mon, Jun 1, 8:51 PM CDT
Return by in Dickinson
Mon, Jun 1, 9:55 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dickinson
2026-06-01T17:47
Arrive Washburn
Mon, Jun 1, 7:51 PM MDT
Route Timing
02h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
11:04 AM to 1:04 PM CDT

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

Leave by
2:22 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
Glen Ullin
ND

City in Morton County, North Dakota

From Dickinson
57.3 mi
01h 02m
To Washburn
57.5 mi
01h 02m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73°F
This Afternoon

Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 1:00 PM MDT
Wind
12 to 16 mph SW
Destination
76°F
This Afternoon

Sunny

Starts
Mon, Jun 1 2:00 PM CDT
Wind
7 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dickinson and Washburn.

  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 · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto State Highway 31

    17.5 mi · 20 min · State Highway 31

  9. 9

    Turn right onto State Highway 25

    6.1 mi · 8 min · State Highway 25

  10. 10

    Turn sharp left onto Center Avenue

    1.1 km · 2 min · Center Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on State Highway 48

    8.6 mi · 10 min · State Highway 48

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 200 Alternate

    14 mi · 16 min · State Highway 200 Alternate

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Main Avenue

    3270 ft · 1 min · Main Avenue

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
3rd Avenue West
67 mi · 58%
State Highway 31
17.5 mi · 15%
State Highway 200 Alternate
14 mi · 12%
State Highway 48
8.57 mi · 7%
State Highway 25
6.1 mi · 5%
Center Avenue
0.68 mi · 1%
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
02h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.2 mi
87.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Glen Ullin
01h 02m from Dickinson
Leave By
2:22 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Dickinson and Sunny near Washburn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Dickinson to Washburn?

The road trip is about 114.8 miles (184.7 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?

Glen Ullin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.3 miles from Dickinson and 57.5 miles from Washburn.

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

The direct path is about 87.6 miles (140.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 2:22 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.27 one way or $30.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Dickinson and Washburn, 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 Washburn.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dickinson and Washburn. Straight-line distance: 87.54 mi (140.88 km).

Dickinson

#1 Dickinson

City in North Dakota

Population23,527
Coordinates46.8791800, -102.7896200
Altitude735
CountryUnited States
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#2 Washburn

City in North Dakota

Population1,247
Coordinates47.2891600, -101.0290300
Altitude535
CountryUnited States
Start: Dickinson (-102.78962, 46.87918)
End: Washburn (-101.02903, 47.28916)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 185 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 54m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.05 gal
15.33 L · about $15.27
Round trip
$30.55
8.1 gal · 30.66 L
Estimated CO2
36 kg one way
Round trip: 72 kg / 159 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.27 $30.55
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.22 $34.45
Premium $4.65 $18.85 $37.70
Diesel $5.30 $21.48 $42.96

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 · Jun 01, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Dickinson, ND and Washburn, ND. The current time in Dickinson is 17:47:11, although it is 18:47:11 in Washburn.

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.