How far is Garrison, ND from Minot, ND?
Fastest route
The driving distance between Garrison, North Dakota and Minot, North Dakota is 47 miles (75.6 kilometers). The drive time is about 59 minutes.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head south on Broadway.
- Turn right onto US-83 S/S Broadway.
- Keep right at the fork and continue onto US-83 S.
- Turn right onto ND-1804 N/ND-37 W/16th St NW.
- Turn left onto 4th Ave SE.
If you want to meet halfway between Garrison and Minot, North Dakota, the exact coordinates of the halfway point of this route are 47.877087 and -101.291199, or 47º 52' 37.5132" N, 101º 17' 28.316" W. This location is 23.48 miles away from Garrison and Minot and it would take approximately 29 minutes to reach the halfway point from both locations.
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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 00h 48m.
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, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison and Minot.
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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 left onto US-83 N
14 mi · 16 min · US-83 N
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Continue on US Highway 83
23.9 mi · 27 min · US Highway 83
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Continue on US-83 N
525 ft · 11 sec · US-83 N
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Continue on South Broadway
2.7 mi · 6 min · South Broadway
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Turn left onto Burdick Expressway West
23 m · 2 sec · Burdick Expressway West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Burdick Expressway West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garrison and Minot.
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 Highway 83
Continue on US Highway 83
23.9 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Garrison and Partly Sunny near Minot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrison to Minot?
The road trip is about 46.9 miles (75.4 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Max is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.4 miles from Garrison and 23.4 miles from Minot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.5 miles (65.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.22 one way or $12.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Garrison and Partly Sunny near Minot.
Stop Ideas Near Max
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Food Distribution Center - Our Savior Lord's Food Pantry - City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Max.
Minot, ND
Minot station
Stanley
Rugby station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrison and Minot. Straight-line distance: 40.48 mi (65.14 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 Minot
The most populous city in Ward County, North Dakota.
| Population | 47,428 |
| Coordinates | 48.2325100, -101.2962700 |
| Altitude | 494 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burdick Expressway West (-101.296255, 48.232455)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.02 | $14.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
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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