How far is Horace, ND from Dickinson, ND?
The driving distance from Horace, ND to Dickinson, ND is about 290.8 miles (468 km), with a travel time of about 04h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 278.4 miles (448 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 37m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 18m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in North Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Horace and Dickinson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horace and Dickinson.
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Start on Center Avenue
12 m · 4 sec · Center Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
42 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.6 km · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
37 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.6 km · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Sheyenne Street South
37 m · 2 sec · Sheyenne Street South
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Exit the roundabout onto Sheyenne Street South
3.1 mi · 6 min · Sheyenne Street South
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Take the ramp slight left toward I-94 West
1955 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
178.2 mi · 2 hr 49 min
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Continue straight
106 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right
1315 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
70 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue West
1.2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue West
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Turn left
19 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
53 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Horace and Dickinson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-94 West
Merge slight left
178 mi · 02h 49m
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 Horace and Partly Sunny near Dickinson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Horace to Dickinson?
The road trip is about 290.8 miles (468 km) and usually takes 04h 18m 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?
Dawson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 145.8 miles from Horace and 145 miles from Dickinson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 278.4 miles (448 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.69 one way or $77.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 91.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Horace and Dickinson, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Horace and Partly Sunny near Dickinson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Horace and Dickinson. Straight-line distance: 278.35 mi (447.96 km).
#1 Horace
City in Cass County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 3,128 |
| Coordinates | 46.7588600, -96.9037000 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dickinson
City in North Dakota
| Population | 23,527 |
| Coordinates | 46.8791800, -102.7896200 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-102.789606, 46.879203)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 468 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $38.69 | $77.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $43.64 | $87.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $47.75 | $95.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $54.42 | $108.84 |
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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