How far is Garrison, ND from Wahpeton, ND?
The driving distance from Garrison, ND to Wahpeton, ND is about 315.4 miles (507.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 246.2 miles (396.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 22m 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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City in North Dakota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garrison and Wahpeton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison and Wahpeton.
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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
140.2 mi · 2 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South, US 81 South: Sioux Falls
2360 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
40.4 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 13 East: Wahpeton
1496 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on State Highway 13
10.6 mi · 13 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on Dakota Avenue
2262 ft · 1 min · Dakota Avenue
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Turn left onto 6th Street North
118 m · 19 sec · 6th Street North
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue North
609 ft · 27 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garrison and Wahpeton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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140 mi · 02h 15m
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 Wahpeton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrison to Wahpeton?
The road trip is about 315.4 miles (507.6 km) and usually takes 04h 41m 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?
Windsor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 157.5 miles from Garrison and 157.9 miles from Wahpeton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 246.2 miles (396.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 69.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.97 one way or $83.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Garrison and Partly Sunny near Wahpeton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrison and Wahpeton. Straight-line distance: 246.18 mi (396.19 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 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Avenue North (-96.60591, 46.264992)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 508 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $41.97 | $83.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.34 | $94.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $51.80 | $103.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $59.03 | $118.07 |
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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