How far is Garrison, ND from Bismarck, ND?
The driving distance from Garrison, ND to Bismarck, ND is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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City in North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garrison and Bismarck.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison and Bismarck.
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Start on 1st Street Northeast
87 m · 13 sec · 1st Street Northeast
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Continue on 1st Street Southeast
889 ft · 39 sec · 1st Street Southeast
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Turn left onto Trooper Avenue
1302 ft · 1 min · Trooper Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 37
5.6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 37
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Turn right onto US-83 S
12.1 mi · 13 min · US-83 S
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
48.9 mi · 54 min
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Keep slight right to continue on State Street
3.4 mi · 6 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 Garrison 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.
US-83 S
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48.9 mi · 00h 54m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Garrison and Partly Sunny near Bismarck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrison to Bismarck?
The road trip is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Washburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.6 miles from Garrison and 37.7 miles from Bismarck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.03 one way or $20.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Garrison and Partly Sunny near Bismarck.
Stop Ideas Near Washburn
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Sioux Ferry
Washburn City Auditor
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Washburn.
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Minot station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrison and Bismarck. Straight-line distance: 65.41 mi (105.27 km).
#1 Garrison
City in McLean County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,458 |
| Coordinates | 47.6522200, -101.4157200 |
| Altitude | 588 |
| 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: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.03 | $20.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.31 | $22.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.38 | $24.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
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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