How far is Jamestown, ND from Killdeer, ND?

The driving distance from Jamestown, ND to Killdeer, ND is about 232 miles (373.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 192.7 miles (310.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 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.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
232 mi
04h 02m
Flight
192.76 mi
310.22 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
192.76 mi
Kilometers
310.22 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
232 mi
Kilometers
373.36 km
Drive Time
04h 02m

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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 04h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Killdeer
Thu, Apr 23, 9:17 AM MDT
Return by in Jamestown
Thu, Apr 23, 2:20 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Jamestown
2026-04-23T06:14
Arrive Killdeer
Thu, Apr 23, 10:17 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:03 AM to 11:03 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
8:54 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

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Mandan
ND

City in North Dakota

From Jamestown
115.7 mi
02h 01m
To Killdeer
116.3 mi
02h 01m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Thursday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
18 to 31 mph SW
Destination
54°F
Thursday

Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 5:00 AM MDT
Wind
17 to 35 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    191.4 mi · 3 hr 3 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right

    1315 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight right

    86 m · 7 sec

  7. 7

    Turn slight right onto 3rd Avenue West

    32.3 mi · 48 min · 3rd Avenue West

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 22 Business

    51 m · 3 sec · State Highway 22 Business

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 22 Business

    1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22 Business

  10. 10

    Continue on Central Avenue Southeast

    1940 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Southeast

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue Southeast

Car Route Details

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

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
11 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
0 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Bismarck
196 mi · 85%
3rd Avenue West
32.3 mi · 14%
State Highway 22 Business
1.04 mi
1st Avenue North
0.73 mi
Central Avenue Southeast
0.37 mi
Longest Stretch

Bismarck

Continue straight

191 mi · 03h 03m

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
04h 02m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+39.3 mi
192.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mandan
02h 01m from Jamestown
Leave By
8:54 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Jamestown and Rain near Killdeer.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 232 miles (373.4 km) and usually takes 04h 02m 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 115.7 miles from Jamestown and 116.3 miles from Killdeer.

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

The direct path is about 192.7 miles (310.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.3 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 8:54 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.88 one way or $61.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.8 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

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

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Jamestown and Rain near Killdeer.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Jamestown and Killdeer. Straight-line distance: 192.76 mi (310.22 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 Killdeer

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

Population1,155
Coordinates47.3719600, -102.7540800
Altitude698
CountryUnited States
Start: Jamestown (-98.70844, 46.91054)
End: Killdeer (-102.75408, 47.37196)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 373 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 53m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.19 gal
30.99 L · about $30.88
Round trip
$61.77
16.38 gal · 61.98 L
Estimated CO2
72.8 kg one way
Round trip: 145.6 kg / 321 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $30.88 $61.77
Mid-grade $4.25 $34.83 $69.66
Premium $4.65 $38.12 $76.23
Diesel $5.30 $43.44 $86.88

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 · Apr 23, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Jamestown, ND and Killdeer, ND. The current time in Jamestown is 06:14:18, although it is 05:14:18 in Killdeer.

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.