How far is Killdeer, ND from Jamestown, ND?

The driving distance from Killdeer, ND to Jamestown, ND is about 232.3 miles (373.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 192.7 miles (310.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
232.24 mi
03h 31m
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
232.24 mi
Kilometers
373.76 km
Drive Time
03h 31m

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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 31m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jamestown
Thu, Apr 23, 6:47 AM CDT
Return by in Killdeer
Thu, Apr 23, 9:18 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Killdeer
2026-04-23T02:16
Arrive Jamestown
Thu, Apr 23, 5:47 AM MDT
Route Timing
03h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:31 AM to 12:31 PM CDT

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

Leave by
9:58 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Killdeer
9:00 PM MDT
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
Judson
ND

Township in Williams County, North Dakota

From Killdeer
115.7 mi
01h 45m
To Jamestown
116.6 mi
01h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Thursday

Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 5:00 AM MDT
Wind
17 to 35 mph W
Destination
67°F
Thursday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
18 to 31 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Central Avenue Southeast

    1940 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Southeast

  2. 2

    Continue on State Highway 22 Business

    1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22 Business

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    55 m · 4 sec

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout

    32.5 mi · 49 min

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left

    1389 ft · 34 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    195.1 mi · 3 hr 7 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight left toward Jamestown

    2077 ft · 51 sec

  8. 8

    Continue on 17th Street Southwest

    1.3 km · 1 min · 17th Street Southwest

  9. 9

    Turn left onto West Business Loop

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Business Loop

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    19 m · 5 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 1st Avenue South

    1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue South

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue North

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 22 Business
229 mi · 99%
1st Avenue South
0.79 mi
17th Street Southwest
0.78 mi
West Business Loop
0.71 mi
Central Avenue Southeast
0.37 mi
Longest Stretch

State Highway 22 Business

Merge slight left

195 mi · 03h 07m

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 31m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+39.6 mi
192.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Judson
01h 45m from Killdeer
Leave By
9:58 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain leaving Killdeer and Light Rain Likely near Jamestown.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 232.3 miles (373.8 km) and usually takes 03h 31m 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?

Judson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.7 miles from Killdeer and 116.6 miles from Jamestown.

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 39.6 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM MDT.

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 Killdeer and Jamestown, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

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

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#1 Killdeer

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

Population1,155
Coordinates47.3719600, -102.7540800
Altitude698
CountryUnited States
Jamestown

#2 Jamestown

City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States

Population14,930
Coordinates46.9105400, -98.7084400
Altitude429
CountryUnited States
Start: Central Avenue Southeast (-102.754091, 47.371955)
End: 1st Avenue North (-98.708542, 46.910538)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 374 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 19m
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
31.02 L · about $30.88
Round trip
$61.77
16.38 gal · 62.04 L
Estimated CO2
72.8 kg one way
Round trip: 145.6 kg / 321 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/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 Killdeer, ND and Jamestown, ND. The current time in Killdeer is 02:16:43, although it is 03:16:43 in Jamestown.

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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.