How far is Fort Totten, ND from Bismarck, ND?
The driving distance from Fort Totten, ND to Bismarck, ND is about 172.9 miles (278.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.5 miles (187.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 02h 48m.
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.
Human settlement in Wells County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Totten and Bismarck.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Totten and Bismarck.
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Start on 2nd Avenue North
45 m · 9 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Turn right onto Ephriam Hill Road
150 m · 19 sec · Ephriam Hill Road
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
160 m · 16 sec · 3rd Avenue North
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Turn right onto Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 7
1.4 km · 2 min · Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 7
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 57
5.3 mi · 8 min · State Highway 57
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At the end of the road, turn left
23.5 mi · 35 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 15
13.9 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15
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Turn left onto State Highway 30
13 mi · 15 min · State Highway 30
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Turn right onto United States Highway 52
10 mi · 12 min · United States Highway 52
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Continue on State Highway 200
16.4 mi · 19 min · State Highway 200
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Turn left onto State Highway 3
41.2 mi · 48 min · State Highway 3
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Take the ramp right
1254 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
40.8 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North: Bismarck, Minot
1619 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto State Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Street
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Continue on East Boulevard Avenue
869 ft · 15 sec · East Boulevard Avenue
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Turn straight onto North 7th Street
3131 ft · 59 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn right onto East Rosser Avenue
548 ft · 17 sec · East Rosser Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Rosser Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Totten and Bismarck.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 3
Turn left onto State Highway 3
41.2 mi · 00h 48m
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 Fort Totten and Chance Light Rain near Bismarck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Totten to Bismarck?
The road trip is about 172.9 miles (278.3 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Hurdsfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.8 miles from Fort Totten and 89.2 miles from Bismarck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.5 miles (187.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.4 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.00 one way or $46.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Fort Totten and Chance Light Rain near Bismarck.
Stop Ideas Near Hurdsfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hurdsfield.
Rugby station
Devils Lake
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Totten and Bismarck. Straight-line distance: 116.48 mi (187.46 km).
#1 Fort Totten
Fort Totten is a place in North Dakota, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.9800000, -98.9929000 |
| Altitude | 455 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bismarck
The capital of North Dakota.
| Population | 74,018 |
| Coordinates | 46.8083300, -100.7837400 |
| Altitude | 514 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Rosser Avenue (-100.783735, 46.808545)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.00 | $46.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.94 | $51.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.39 | $56.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.35 | $64.71 |
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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