How far is Garrison, ND from Valley City, ND?
The driving distance from Garrison, ND to Valley City, ND is about 206.5 miles (332.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 167.6 miles (269.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 14m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 07m.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in North Dakota
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garrison and Valley City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison and Valley City.
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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
81.5 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 BUS: Valley City
888 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto 24th Avenue Southwest
913 ft · 16 sec · 24th Avenue Southwest
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garrison and Valley City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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81.5 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Garrison and Partly Sunny near Valley City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrison to Valley City?
The road trip is about 206.5 miles (332.4 km) and usually takes 03h 07m 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?
Driscoll is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.1 miles from Garrison and 103.4 miles from Valley City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 167.6 miles (269.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.49 one way or $54.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Garrison and Partly Sunny near Valley City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrison and Valley City. Straight-line distance: 167.66 mi (269.83 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 Valley City
City in North Dakota
| Population | 6,323 |
| Coordinates | 46.9233100, -98.0031500 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-98.003152, 46.923359)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 332 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 34m |
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 | $27.49 | $54.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.00 | $62.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.93 | $67.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.67 | $77.33 |
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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