How far is Lisbon, ND from Dickinson, ND?
The driving distance from Lisbon, ND to Dickinson, ND is about 278.3 miles (447.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 244.1 miles (392.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 07m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Kidder County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lisbon and Dickinson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon and Dickinson.
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Start on 5th Avenue East
21 m · 6 sec · 5th Avenue East
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Turn right onto Main Street
2786 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 32
12.5 mi · 15 min · State Highway 32
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 46
19.1 mi · 22 min · State Highway 46
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Turn right onto State Highway 1
19.6 mi · 23 min · State Highway 1
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Take the ramp left toward I 94 West, US 52 West, ND 1 North: Bismarck
14.7 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
106.1 mi · 1 hr 40 min
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Continue straight
106 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right
1315 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
70 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue West
1.2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue West
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Turn left
19 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
53 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lisbon and Dickinson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94 West
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106 mi · 01h 40m
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 Sunny leaving Lisbon and Partly Sunny near Dickinson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lisbon to Dickinson?
The road trip is about 278.3 miles (447.9 km) and usually takes 04h 07m 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?
Steele is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.7 miles from Lisbon and 138.6 miles from Dickinson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 244.1 miles (392.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.2 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.03 one way or $74.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Lisbon and Dickinson, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lisbon and Partly Sunny near Dickinson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lisbon and Dickinson. Straight-line distance: 244.07 mi (392.8 km).
#1 Lisbon
City in North Dakota
| Population | 2,015 |
| Coordinates | 46.4416300, -97.6812100 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dickinson
City in North Dakota
| Population | 23,527 |
| Coordinates | 46.8791800, -102.7896200 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-102.789606, 46.879203)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 448 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $37.03 | $74.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $41.76 | $83.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $45.70 | $91.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $52.09 | $104.17 |
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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