How far is Mekinock, ND from West Fargo, ND?
The driving distance from Mekinock, ND to West Fargo, ND is about 94 miles (151.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 01h 31m.
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 Burleigh County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mekinock and West Fargo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mekinock and West Fargo.
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Start on 25th Street Northeast
5.3 mi · 13 min · 25th Street Northeast
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Continue on Highway B3
1213 ft · 33 sec · Highway B3
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 2 East: Grand Forks
1638 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto 18th Avenue
8.9 mi · 10 min · 18th Avenue
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Continue on Gateway Drive
3.7 mi · 6 min · Gateway Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South, US 81 South: Fargo
75.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10: Downtown Fargo, West Fargo
1476 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
68 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Main Avenue
2.6 mi · 5 min · Main Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Street
788 ft · 24 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 Mekinock and West Fargo.
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 29 South
Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South, US 81 South: Fargo
75.7 mi · 01h 13m
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 Mekinock and Partly Sunny near West Fargo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mekinock to West Fargo?
The road trip is about 94 miles (151.3 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Taft is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.6 miles from Mekinock and 45.4 miles from West Fargo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.52 one way or $25.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Mekinock and Partly Sunny near West Fargo.
Stop Ideas Near Taft
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Taft.
Grand Forks
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mekinock and West Fargo. Straight-line distance: 81.54 mi (131.22 km).
#1 Mekinock
Township in Grand Forks County, North Dakota
| Population | 2,387 |
| Coordinates | 48.0127700, -97.3634200 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| 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: 151 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.12 | $28.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.45 | $30.90 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.61 | $35.22 |
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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