How far is Garrison, ND from Jamestown, ND?
The driving distance from Garrison, ND to Jamestown, ND is about 174 miles (280 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.8 miles (220.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 18m 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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Township in Burleigh County, North Dakota
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison and Jamestown.
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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
2.4 mi · 4 min · State Street
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Turn left onto Fargo
49.7 mi · 48 min
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Continue straight
47.8 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight left toward Jamestown
2077 ft · 51 sec
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Continue on 17th Street Southwest
1.3 km · 1 min · 17th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto West Business Loop
1.1 km · 1 min · West Business Loop
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Keep slight left
19 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue South
1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue South
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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 Garrison 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.
Fargo
Turn left onto Fargo
49.7 mi · 00h 48m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Garrison and Partly Sunny near Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrison to Jamestown?
The road trip is about 174 miles (280 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?
Menoken is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.6 miles from Garrison and 87.4 miles from Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.8 miles (220.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.2 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 1:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.15 one way or $46.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Garrison and Partly Sunny near Jamestown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrison and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 136.84 mi (220.23 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 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: 280 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $23.15 | $46.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.11 | $52.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.58 | $57.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.57 | $65.13 |
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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