How far is Killdeer, ND from West Fargo, ND?
The driving distance from Killdeer, ND to West Fargo, ND is about 318.1 miles (512 km), with a travel time of about 04h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 277.3 miles (446.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 29m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killdeer and West Fargo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killdeer and West Fargo.
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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
281.5 mi · 4 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto 1st Street
750 ft · 23 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West
38 m · 6 sec · 2nd Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killdeer and West Fargo.
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
281 mi · 04h 29m
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.
Rain leaving Killdeer and Chance Light Rain near West Fargo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killdeer to West Fargo?
The road trip is about 318.1 miles (512 km) and usually takes 04h 44m 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?
Driscoll is a useful midpoint, sitting about 158.9 miles from Killdeer and 159.3 miles from West Fargo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 277.3 miles (446.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.8 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 7:30 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.35 one way or $84.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Killdeer and West Fargo, 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 Chance Light Rain near West Fargo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killdeer and West Fargo. Straight-line distance: 277.26 mi (446.21 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 West Fargo
City in North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 38,194 |
| Coordinates | 46.8749700, -96.9003600 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Avenue West (-96.900364, 46.874799)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 512 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $42.35 | $84.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.76 | $95.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $52.26 | $104.53 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $59.56 | $119.13 |
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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