How far is Hazen, ND from Wahpeton, ND?
The driving distance from Hazen, ND to Wahpeton, ND is about 313.7 miles (504.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 247.7 miles (398.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 15m 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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Halfway Point
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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 Hazen and Wahpeton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazen and Wahpeton.
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Start on Main Street East
1014 ft · 45 sec · Main Street East
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
112 m · 18 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue Northeast
625 ft · 27 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast
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Continue on County Road 18
761 ft · 33 sec · County Road 18
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Continue on 4th Avenue Northeast
139 m · 24 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto State Highway 200
9 mi · 11 min · State Highway 200
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Turn right onto State Highway 31
30.5 mi · 36 min · State Highway 31
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Take the ramp left
1326 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
221.4 mi · 3 hr 34 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 Hazen and Wahpeton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
State Highway 31
Merge slight left
221 mi · 03h 34m
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.
Sunny leaving Hazen and Sunny near Wahpeton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hazen to Wahpeton?
The road trip is about 313.7 miles (504.9 km) and usually takes 04h 37m 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 156.7 miles from Hazen and 157 miles from Wahpeton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 247.7 miles (398.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 66 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 7:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.74 one way or $83.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hazen and Sunny near Wahpeton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hazen and Wahpeton. Straight-line distance: 247.74 mi (398.7 km).
#1 Hazen
City in North Dakota, USA
| Population | 2,332 |
| Coordinates | 47.2944500, -101.6226600 |
| Altitude | 532 |
| 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: 505 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 54m |
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 | $41.74 | $83.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.08 | $94.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $51.52 | $103.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $58.72 | $117.43 |
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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