How far is Minot, ND from Watford City, ND?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Minot and Watford City is 96.52 miles (155.34 km).
Flight distance from Minot, ND to Watford City, ND is 96.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Minot to Watford City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Minot, North Dakota to Watford City, North Dakota is: 122.79 miles (197.6 km) by car.
Driving from Minot to Watford City will take approximately 02 hours 15 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 Watford City
City in McKenzie County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 47°48'8"N 103°16'60"W |
| Latitude | 47.8022400 |
| Longitude | -103.2832500 |
| Altitude | 646 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Watford City: Main Street North (-103.283174,47.80224)
Estimated Travel Time Between Minot and Watford City
The distance between Minot and Watford City is 198 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 11 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 Watford City. The current time is 02:48:29.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 05 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.4 liters (4.33 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Minot and Watford City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Minot to Watford City is $15.74 (diesel $21.15).
North Dakota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.63 | $3.97 | $4.33 | $4.88 |
| Total | $15.74 | $17.21 | $18.75 | $21.15 |
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 12, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Minot and Watford City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
