How far is Jamestown, ND from Garrison, ND?
The driving distance from Jamestown, ND to Garrison, ND is about 173.7 miles (279.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.8 miles (220.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 03m 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 01m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Burleigh County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jamestown and Garrison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown and Garrison.
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Start on 1st Avenue North
1.2 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue North
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Turn straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward Bismarck
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
93.6 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North: Bismarck, Minot
1619 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto State Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · State Street
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Keep slight right to continue on State Street
49.1 mi · 55 min · State Street
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Continue straight
4 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
12.1 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 37
5.6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 37
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Turn right onto Trooper Avenue
1302 ft · 57 sec · Trooper Avenue
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Turn right onto 1st Street Southeast
1174 ft · 51 sec · 1st Street Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jamestown and Garrison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Bismarck
Continue straight
93.6 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Jamestown and Mostly Sunny near Garrison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jamestown to Garrison?
The road trip is about 173.7 miles (279.6 km) and usually takes 03h 01m 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?
Menoken is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.7 miles from Jamestown and 87.1 miles from Garrison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.8 miles (220.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.9 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 10:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.12 one way or $46.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Jamestown and Mostly Sunny near Garrison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jamestown and Garrison. Straight-line distance: 136.84 mi (220.23 km).
#1 Jamestown
City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,930 |
| Coordinates | 46.9105400, -98.7084400 |
| Altitude | 429 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Garrison
City in McLean County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,458 |
| Coordinates | 47.6522200, -101.4157200 |
| Altitude | 588 |
| Country | United States |
End: Garrison (-101.41572, 47.65222)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 280 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $23.12 | $46.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.07 | $52.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.53 | $57.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.51 | $65.03 |
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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