How far is Fort Totten, ND from Jamestown, ND?
The driving distance from Fort Totten, ND to Jamestown, ND is about 86 miles (138.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in North Dakota, in the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Totten and Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Totten and Jamestown.
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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
36.5 mi · 50 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 4th Avenue North
51 m · 6 sec · 4th Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto 4th Avenue North
1.4 mi · 3 min · 4th Avenue North
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Continue on US-52
41.6 mi · 48 min · US-52
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue North
788 ft · 16 sec · 1st Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Totten and Jamestown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US-52
Continue on US-52
41.6 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 Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Totten to Jamestown?
The road trip is about 86 miles (138.4 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Carrington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.9 miles from Fort Totten and 43.1 miles from Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.1 miles (120.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.46 one way or $22.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Fort Totten and Chance Light Rain near Jamestown.
Stop Ideas Near Carrington
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 Carrington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Totten and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 75.08 mi (120.83 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 Jamestown
City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,930 |
| Coordinates | 46.9105400, -98.7084400 |
| Altitude | 429 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Avenue North (-98.708542, 46.910538)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $11.46 | $22.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.93 | $25.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.12 | $32.25 |
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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