How far is Killdeer, ND from Wahpeton, ND?
The driving distance from Killdeer, ND to Wahpeton, ND is about 373.7 miles (601.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 300.5 miles (483.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 05m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 32m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Kidder County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killdeer and Wahpeton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killdeer and Wahpeton.
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Start on Central Avenue Southeast
1940 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Southeast
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Continue on State Highway 22 Business
1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22 Business
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
55 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
32.5 mi · 49 min
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Take the ramp left
1389 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
287.5 mi · 4 hr 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South, US 81 South: Sioux Falls
2360 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
40.4 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 13 East: Wahpeton
1496 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on State Highway 13
10.6 mi · 13 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on Dakota Avenue
2262 ft · 1 min · Dakota Avenue
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Turn left onto 6th Street North
118 m · 19 sec · 6th Street North
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue North
609 ft · 27 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killdeer and Wahpeton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
State Highway 22 Business
Merge slight left
288 mi · 04h 37m
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 Clear leaving Killdeer and Sunny near Wahpeton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killdeer to Wahpeton?
The road trip is about 373.7 miles (601.4 km) and usually takes 05h 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?
Tappen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 186.6 miles from Killdeer and 187 miles from Wahpeton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 300.5 miles (483.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 73.2 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 5:54 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.70 one way or $99.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 117.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Killdeer and Wahpeton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Killdeer and Sunny near Wahpeton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killdeer and Wahpeton. Straight-line distance: 300.49 mi (483.59 km).
#1 Killdeer
Human settlement in Dunn County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,155 |
| Coordinates | 47.3719600, -102.7540800 |
| Altitude | 698 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Avenue North (-96.60591, 46.264992)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 601 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 39m |
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 | $49.70 | $99.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $56.05 | $112.11 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $61.34 | $122.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $69.91 | $139.81 |
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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