How far is New Salem, ND from West Fargo, ND?

The driving distance from New Salem, ND to West Fargo, ND is about 219.5 miles (353.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 213.1 miles (342.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
219.49 mi
03h 10m
Flight
213.1 mi
342.95 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
213.1 mi
Kilometers
342.95 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
219.49 mi
Kilometers
353.23 km
Drive Time
03h 10m

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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 03h 10m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in West Fargo
Tue, Apr 14, 10:50 AM CDT
Return by in New Salem
Tue, Apr 14, 2:00 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New Salem
2026-04-14T07:39
Arrive West Fargo
Tue, Apr 14, 10:50 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 10m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:11 AM to 11:11 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:38 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in New Salem
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Cleveland
ND

City in North Dakota, United States

From New Salem
109.6 mi
01h 35m
To West Fargo
109.9 mi
01h 35m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
Tuesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 mph NE
Destination
57°F
Tuesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
14 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between New Salem and West Fargo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Salem and West Fargo.

  1. 1

    Start on Elm Avenue

    131 m · 21 sec · Elm Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 5th Street North

    963 ft · 47 sec · 5th Street North

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Ash Avenue

    1095 ft · 24 sec · Ash Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 8th Street North

    1.4 km · 2 min · 8th Street North

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right

    1326 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    215.3 mi · 3 hr 27 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue

    2.8 mi · 5 min

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 1st Street

    750 ft · 23 sec · 1st Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West

    38 m · 6 sec · 2nd Avenue West

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between New Salem and West Fargo.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
8th Street North
216 mi · 99%
US 10
2.75 mi · 1%
Ash Avenue
0.21 mi
5th Street North
0.18 mi
1st Street
0.14 mi
Elm Avenue
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

8th Street North

Merge slight left

215 mi · 03h 27m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 10m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.4 mi
213.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cleveland
01h 35m from New Salem
Leave By
10:38 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving New Salem and Chance Light Rain near West Fargo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from New Salem to West Fargo?

The road trip is about 219.5 miles (353.2 km) and usually takes 03h 10m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Cleveland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.6 miles from New Salem and 109.9 miles from West Fargo.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 213.1 miles (342.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.23 one way or $58.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around New Salem and Chance Light Rain near West Fargo.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New Salem and West Fargo. Straight-line distance: 213.1 mi (342.95 km).

New Salem

#1 New Salem

City in Morton County, North Dakota

Population1,006
Coordinates46.8450000, -101.4112500
Altitude662
CountryUnited States
West Fargo

#2 West Fargo

City in North Dakota, United States of America

Population38,194
Coordinates46.8749700, -96.9003600
Altitude273
CountryUnited States
Start: Elm Avenue (-101.41125, 46.844996)
End: 2nd Avenue West (-96.900364, 46.874799)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 353 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.75 gal
29.32 L · about $29.23
Round trip
$58.45
15.5 gal · 58.64 L
Estimated CO2
68.9 kg one way
Round trip: 137.7 kg / 304 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $29.23 $58.45
Mid-grade $4.25 $32.96 $65.92
Premium $4.65 $36.07 $72.14
Diesel $5.30 $41.11 $82.21

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in North Dakota · Apr 14, 2026

There is no time difference between New Salem and West Fargo. The current time is 07:39:21.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.