How far is Minot, ND from Wahpeton, ND?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Minot and Wahpeton is 258.52 miles (416.05 km).
Flight distance from Minot, ND to Wahpeton, ND is 258.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 38 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 34 minutes to travel from Minot to Wahpeton with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Minot, North Dakota to Wahpeton, North Dakota is: 316.75 miles (509.75 km) by car.
Driving from Minot to Wahpeton will take approximately 04 hours 56 minutes.
#1 Minot
The most populous city in Ward County, North Dakota. It is located on the Mouse River in the northwestern part of the state. Minot is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Minot Air Force Base and the Minot Museum of Art.
| Population | 47428 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 48°13'57"N 101°17'47"W |
| Latitude | 48.2325100 |
| Longitude | -101.2962700 |
| Altitude | 494 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7728 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 46°15'55"N 96°36'21"W |
| Latitude | 46.2652400 |
| Longitude | -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Wahpeton: 2nd Avenue North (-96.60591,46.264992)
Estimated Travel Time Between Minot and Wahpeton
The distance between Minot and Wahpeton is 510 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 39 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Minot and Wahpeton. The current time is 14:16:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10 hours 33 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 55 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 16 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 31 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 42.31 liters (11.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Minot and Wahpeton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Minot to Wahpeton is $40.59 (diesel $54.55).
North Dakota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.63 | $3.97 | $4.33 | $4.88 |
| Total | $40.59 | $44.41 | $48.36 | $54.55 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in North Dakota ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.632 (Diesel $4.881) /gallon. Last changed prices on July 10, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Minot and Wahpeton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
