How far is Jamestown, ND from Belfield, ND?

The driving distance from Jamestown, ND to Belfield, ND is about 218.7 miles (351.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 212 miles (341.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 05m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
218.67 mi
03h 32m
Flight
212.01 mi
341.2 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
212.01 mi
Kilometers
341.2 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
218.67 mi
Kilometers
351.91 km
Drive Time
03h 32m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Belfield
Wed, May 20, 10:02 PM MDT
Return by in Jamestown
Thu, May 21, 2:35 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Jamestown
2026-05-20T19:29
Arrive Belfield
Wed, May 20, 11:02 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
8:33 AM to 10:33 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:54 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Jamestown
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Mandan
ND

City in North Dakota

From Jamestown
109.1 mi
01h 46m
To Belfield
109.6 mi
01h 46m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
65°F
Wednesday

Widespread Frost then Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 20 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
7 to 23 mph S
Destination
72°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 20 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
13 to 16 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Jamestown and Belfield.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown and Belfield.

  1. 1

    Start on 1st Avenue North

    1.2 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue North

  2. 2

    Turn straight

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward Bismarck

    4.7 mi · 5 min

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    210.6 mi · 3 hr 22 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right

    1297 ft · 39 sec

  6. 6

    Turn sharp left onto Theodore Roosevelt Expressway

    2719 ft · 39 sec · Theodore Roosevelt Expressway

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Highway 10 East

    2171 ft · 1 min · Highway 10 East

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Main Street North

    2015 ft · 60 sec · Main Street North

  9. 9

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northwest

    10 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Jamestown and Belfield.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Bismarck
216 mi · 99%
1st Avenue North
0.73 mi
Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
0.52 mi
Highway 10 East
0.41 mi
Main Street North
0.38 mi
1st Avenue Northwest
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

Bismarck

Continue straight

211 mi · 03h 22m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 32m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.7 mi
212 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mandan
01h 46m from Jamestown
Leave By
9:54 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Jamestown and Partly Sunny near Belfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Jamestown to Belfield?

The road trip is about 218.7 miles (351.9 km) and usually takes 03h 32m 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?

Mandan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.1 miles from Jamestown and 109.6 miles from Belfield.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 212 miles (341.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 9:54 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.11 one way or $58.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.6 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Jamestown and Belfield, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Jamestown and Partly Sunny near Belfield.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Jamestown and Belfield. Straight-line distance: 212.01 mi (341.2 km).

Jamestown

#1 Jamestown

City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States

Population14,930
Coordinates46.9105400, -98.7084400
Altitude429
CountryUnited States
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#2 Belfield

Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America

Population1,035
Coordinates46.8852900, -103.1996200
Altitude788
CountryUnited States
Start: Jamestown (-98.70844, 46.91054)
End: Belfield (-103.19962, 46.88529)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 352 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 17m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 07m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 43m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.72 gal
29.21 L · about $29.11
Round trip
$58.22
15.44 gal · 58.42 L
Estimated CO2
68.6 kg one way
Round trip: 137.2 kg / 302 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $29.11 $58.22
Mid-grade $4.25 $32.83 $65.67
Premium $4.65 $35.93 $71.86
Diesel $5.30 $40.95 $81.89

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in North Dakota · May 21, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Jamestown, ND and Belfield, ND. The current time in Jamestown is 19:29:44, although it is 18:29:44 in Belfield.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.