How far is Frontier, ND from Buffalo, ND?
The driving distance from Frontier, ND to Buffalo, ND is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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 00h 46m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Cass County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Frontier and Buffalo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frontier and Buffalo.
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Start on 33rd Street South
110 m · 21 sec · 33rd Street South
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Turn left onto 54th Avenue South
148 m · 23 sec · 54th Avenue South
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Turn right onto 34th Street South
870 ft · 38 sec · 34th Street South
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Turn right onto 52nd Avenue South
1440 ft · 29 sec · 52nd Avenue South
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Continue on 52nd Avenue South
2024 ft · 46 sec · 52nd Avenue South
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Take the ramp slight right
2357 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West, US 52 North: Bismarck
1288 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
34.5 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 38 North: Buffalo, Alice
1560 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 38
2.9 mi · 4 min · State Highway 38
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Turn right onto Main Street
1548 ft · 43 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Frontier and Buffalo.
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 94 West
Merge slight left
34.5 mi · 00h 34m
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 Frontier and Light Rain Likely near Buffalo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Frontier to Buffalo?
The road trip is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Casselton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Frontier and 21.3 miles from Buffalo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.66 one way or $11.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Frontier and Light Rain Likely near Buffalo.
Stop Ideas Near Casselton
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 Casselton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Frontier and Buffalo. Straight-line distance: 34.83 mi (56.06 km).
#1 Frontier
City in Cass County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 212 |
| Coordinates | 46.8005200, -96.8331400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buffalo
City in North Dakota
| Population | 79 |
| Coordinates | 46.9197000, -97.5495400 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buffalo (-97.54954, 46.9197)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.66 | $11.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
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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