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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
318.15 mi
04h 44m
Flight
277.26 mi
446.21 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
277.26 mi
Kilometers
446.21 km
Flight Time
00h 33m

Driving Distance

Road route
318.15 mi
Kilometers
512.02 km
Drive Time
04h 44m

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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 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in West Fargo
Thu, Apr 23, 8:01 AM CDT
Return by in Killdeer
Thu, Apr 23, 11:46 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 West Fargo
Thu, Apr 23, 7:01 AM MDT
Route Timing
04h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:45 AM to 1:45 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
7:30 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
Driscoll
ND

Unincorporated community in North Dakota

From Killdeer
158.9 mi
02h 22m
To West Fargo
159.3 mi
02h 22m

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
76°F
Thursday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
22 to 29 mph S

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.

  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

    281.5 mi · 4 hr 29 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue

    2.8 mi · 5 min

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 1st Street

    750 ft · 23 sec · 1st Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West

    38 m · 6 sec · 2nd Avenue West

  10. 10

    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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
10 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
3.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 22 Business
315 mi · 99%
US 10
2.75 mi · 1%
Central Avenue Southeast
0.37 mi
1st Street
0.14 mi
2nd Avenue West
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

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 44m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+40.8 mi
277.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Driscoll
02h 22m from Killdeer
Leave By
7:30 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

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).

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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
West Fargo

#2 West Fargo

City in North Dakota, United States of America

Population38,194
Coordinates46.8749700, -96.9003600
Altitude273
CountryUnited States
Start: Central Avenue Southeast (-102.754091, 47.371955)
End: 2nd Avenue West (-96.900364, 46.874799)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 512 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
11.23 gal
42.5 L · about $42.35
Round trip
$84.70
22.46 gal · 85 L
Estimated CO2
99.8 kg one way
Round trip: 199.6 kg / 440 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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.

Prices in North Dakota · Apr 23, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Killdeer, ND and West Fargo, ND. The current time in Killdeer is 02:16:51, although it is 03:16:51 in West Fargo.

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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.