How far is Minot, ND from Devils Lake, ND?
The driving distance from Minot, ND to Devils Lake, ND is about 121.3 miles (195.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m 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 53m.
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.
City North Dakota, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minot and Devils Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minot and Devils Lake.
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Start on Burdick Expressway West
3.4 mi · 8 min · Burdick Expressway West
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Continue on US-2 Business
779 ft · 22 sec · US-2 Business
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Turn left onto US-2 E
5.8 mi · 7 min · US-2 E
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Continue on 4th Avenue
4 mi · 5 min · 4th Avenue
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Continue on 57th Street North
21.7 mi · 25 min · 57th Street North
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Continue on 62nd Street Northeast
6.1 mi · 7 min · 62nd Street Northeast
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Continue on US-2 E
57.3 mi · 1 hr 4 min · US-2 E
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Continue straight
22.5 mi · 25 min
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Turn left onto 4th Street Northwest
1721 ft · 56 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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At the end of the road, turn left onto College Drive North
111 m · 10 sec · College Drive North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · College Drive North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minot and Devils Lake.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US-2 E
Continue on US-2 E
57.3 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Sunny leaving Minot and Sunny near Devils Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minot to Devils Lake?
The road trip is about 121.3 miles (195.2 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Rugby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.6 miles from Minot and 60.7 miles from Devils Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 2:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.14 one way or $32.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Minot and Sunny near Devils Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Rugby
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 Rugby.
Rugby station
Devils Lake
Minot station
Minot, ND
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minot and Devils Lake. Straight-line distance: 112.32 mi (180.76 km).
#1 Minot
The most populous city in Ward County, North Dakota.
| Population | 47,428 |
| Coordinates | 48.2325100, -101.2962700 |
| Altitude | 494 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Devils Lake
City in North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,229 |
| Coordinates | 48.1127800, -98.8651200 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
End: College Drive North (-98.865208, 48.112779)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 195 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.20 | $36.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.92 | $39.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.70 | $45.40 |
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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