How far is Marion, ND from Kulm, ND?
The driving distance from Marion, ND to Kulm, ND is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Township in LaMoure County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marion and Kulm.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and Kulm.
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Start on 4th Main Avenue
1338 ft · 42 sec · 4th Main Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 61
1.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 61
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 46
18 mi · 21 min · State Highway 46
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Turn left
19 mi · 22 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 13
110 m · 7 sec · State Highway 13
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Continue on 1st Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 13
14 mi · 16 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on State Highway 56
1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 56
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Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest
1423 ft · 1 min · 1st Street Southwest
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Turn left
47 m · 11 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 Marion and Kulm.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Longest stretch
Turn left
19 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Marion and Areas Of Fog near Kulm.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to Kulm?
The road trip is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Adrian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Marion and 27.3 miles from Kulm.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.64 one way or $15.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Marion and Areas Of Fog near Kulm.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marion and Kulm. Straight-line distance: 36.11 mi (58.12 km).
#1 Marion
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 130 |
| Coordinates | 46.6072000, -98.3323200 |
| Altitude | 446 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kulm
City in LaMoure County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 335 |
| Coordinates | 46.3019100, -98.9481600 |
| Altitude | 601 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-98.94827, 46.301917)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $3.96 | $7.64 | $15.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.41 | $8.51 | $17.02 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $9.41 | $18.82 |
| Diesel | $6.04 | $11.65 | $23.30 |
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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