How far is Minot, ND from Rugby, ND?
The driving distance from Minot, ND to Rugby, ND is about 65.1 miles (104.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.5 miles (97.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Settlement in McHenry County, North Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Snow
Light Snow Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minot and Rugby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minot and Rugby.
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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
22.8 mi · 25 min · US-2 E
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue Southwest
2294 ft · 54 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto 10th Street Southwest
668 ft · 24 sec · 10th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto South Main Avenue
2889 ft · 1 min · South Main Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Minot and Rugby.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US-2 E
Continue on US-2 E
22.8 mi · 00h 25m
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 Light Snow leaving Minot and Light Snow Likely near Rugby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minot to Rugby?
The road trip is about 65.1 miles (104.7 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Denbigh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.4 miles from Minot and 32.6 miles from Rugby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.5 miles (97.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.67 one way or $17.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Minot and Light Snow Likely near Rugby.
Stop Ideas Near Denbigh
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 Denbigh.
Rugby station
Minot station
Minot, ND
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minot and Rugby. Straight-line distance: 60.49 mi (97.35 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 Rugby
City North Dakota, US
| Population | 2,566 |
| Coordinates | 48.3688900, -99.9962500 |
| Altitude | 472 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rugby (-99.99625, 48.36889)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.67 | $17.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.70 | $21.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
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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