How far is Fort Totten, ND from Wahpeton, ND?
The driving distance from Fort Totten, ND to Wahpeton, ND is about 228.9 miles (368.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 30m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Totten and Wahpeton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Totten and Wahpeton.
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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 · 16 sec · Ephriam Hill Road
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
3120 ft · 1 min · 3rd Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 57
4.7 mi · 7 min · State Highway 57
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Turn right onto Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 1
2.7 mi · 7 min · Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 1
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 6
2 mi · 5 min · Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 6
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Turn right onto State Highway 20
21.7 mi · 30 min · State Highway 20
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
12.1 mi · 14 min · State Highway 15
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
3083 ft · 1 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 15
7.4 mi · 9 min · State Highway 15
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
3250 ft · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 15
51.6 mi · 1 hr · State Highway 15
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Continue on Broadway Street
2868 ft · 2 min · Broadway Street
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Continue on State Highway 15
1.5 km · 1 min · State Highway 15
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Take the ramp right toward I 29 South: Fargo
1374 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
107.3 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 13 East: Wahpeton
1496 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on State Highway 13
10.6 mi · 13 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on Dakota Avenue
2262 ft · 1 min · Dakota Avenue
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Turn left onto 6th Street North
118 m · 19 sec · 6th Street North
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue North
609 ft · 27 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Totten and Wahpeton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 29 South
Merge slight left
107 mi · 01h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Light Rain leaving Fort Totten and Chance Light Rain near Wahpeton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Totten to Wahpeton?
The road trip is about 228.9 miles (368.3 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Reynolds is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.1 miles from Fort Totten and 116.8 miles from Wahpeton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.47 one way or $60.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Fort Totten and Chance Light Rain near Wahpeton.
Stop Ideas Near Reynolds
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 Reynolds.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Totten and Wahpeton. Straight-line distance: 163.17 mi (262.6 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 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Avenue North (-96.60591, 46.264992)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 368 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $30.47 | $60.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.36 | $68.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $37.60 | $75.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $42.86 | $85.71 |
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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