How far is Minot, ND from New Salem, ND?
The driving distance from Minot, ND to New Salem, ND is about 115.3 miles (185.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96 miles (154.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 02h 20m.
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.
Human settlement in McLean County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minot and New Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minot and New Salem.
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Start on Burdick Expressway West
23 m · 7 sec · Burdick Expressway West
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Turn right onto South Broadway
2.7 mi · 6 min · South Broadway
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Continue on US-83 S
646 ft · 14 sec · US-83 S
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Continue on US Highway 83
23.8 mi · 27 min · US Highway 83
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Continue on US-83 S
22.3 mi · 25 min · US-83 S
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Turn right onto State Highway 48
2.9 mi · 3 min · State Highway 48
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Turn right onto State Highway 200
11.4 mi · 16 min · State Highway 200
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Continue on East Main Road
2611 ft · 1 min · East Main Road
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Continue on State Highway 200
16.7 mi · 20 min · State Highway 200
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Continue on State Highway 200 Alternate
3 mi · 3 min · State Highway 200 Alternate
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Turn right onto State Highway 31
30.5 mi · 36 min · State Highway 31
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Continue on 8th Street North
1.4 km · 2 min · 8th Street North
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Turn left onto Ash Avenue
1095 ft · 24 sec · Ash Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street North
963 ft · 48 sec · 5th Street North
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Turn left onto Elm Avenue
131 m · 19 sec · Elm Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elm Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minot and New Salem.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 31
Turn right onto State Highway 31
30.5 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny leaving Minot and Chance Light Rain near New Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minot to New Salem?
The road trip is about 115.3 miles (185.6 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Riverdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.7 miles from Minot and 57.7 miles from New Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96 miles (154.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.35 one way or $30.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny around Minot and Chance Light Rain near New Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Riverdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Riverdale City Ambulance
Pick City City Hall
Pick City Fire Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Riverdale.
Minot, ND
Minot station
Stanley
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minot and New Salem. Straight-line distance: 96.02 mi (154.53 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 New Salem
City in Morton County, North Dakota
| Population | 1,006 |
| Coordinates | 46.8450000, -101.4112500 |
| Altitude | 662 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Salem (-101.41125, 46.845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.94 | $37.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.59 | $43.17 |
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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