How far is Garrison, ND from West Fargo, ND?
The driving distance from Garrison, ND to West Fargo, ND is about 259.9 miles (418.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 218.4 miles (351.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 45m 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 52m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Kidder County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garrison and West Fargo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison and West Fargo.
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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
134.2 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto 1st Street
750 ft · 23 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West
38 m · 6 sec · 2nd Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garrison and West Fargo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Fargo
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134 mi · 02h 07m
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 Chance Rain Showers near West Fargo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrison to West Fargo?
The road trip is about 259.9 miles (418.3 km) and usually takes 03h 52m 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?
Tappen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.8 miles from Garrison and 130.1 miles from West Fargo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 218.4 miles (351.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.5 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 9:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.58 one way or $69.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Garrison and Chance Rain Showers near West Fargo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrison and West Fargo. Straight-line distance: 218.39 mi (351.46 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 West Fargo
City in North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 38,194 |
| Coordinates | 46.8749700, -96.9003600 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Avenue West (-96.900364, 46.874799)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 418 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 14m |
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 | $34.58 | $69.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.00 | $78.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $42.68 | $85.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $48.64 | $97.28 |
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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