How far is Park River, ND from Dickinson, ND?
The driving distance from Park River, ND to Dickinson, ND is about 348.8 miles (561.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 257.4 miles (414.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 28m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in North Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Park River and Dickinson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Park River and Dickinson.
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Start on the route
42 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto Park Street East
1.1 mi · 3 min · Park Street East
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Continue on State Highway 17
4.5 mi · 5 min · State Highway 17
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Turn left onto State Highway 32
27.3 mi · 32 min · State Highway 32
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Turn right onto United States Highway 2
5.5 mi · 6 min · United States Highway 2
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Turn left onto State Highway 32
22.3 mi · 26 min · State Highway 32
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Continue on 4th Street North
2771 ft · 2 min · 4th Street North
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Continue on State Highway 32
5.2 mi · 6 min · State Highway 32
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 45
10.7 mi · 12 min · State Highway 45
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Continue on State Highway 45
6.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 45
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Continue on 9th Street Northeast
2079 ft · 1 min · 9th Street Northeast
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Continue on 9th Street Southeast
2091 ft · 1 min · 9th Street Southeast
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Turn right onto State Highway 200
2.6 mi · 3 min · State Highway 200
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Turn left onto State Highway 1
8.8 mi · 10 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on Wheat Street
2196 ft · 1 min · Wheat Street
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Continue on State Highway 1
28 mi · 33 min · State Highway 1
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Take the ramp right toward I 94 West: Bismarck
1123 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
115 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Continue straight
106 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right
1315 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
70 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue West
1.2 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue West
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Turn left
19 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
53 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Park River and Dickinson.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 94 West
Merge slight left
115 mi · 01h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Park River and Rain then Rain And Snow near Dickinson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Park River to Dickinson?
The road trip is about 348.8 miles (561.4 km) and usually takes 05h 28m 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?
Medina is a useful midpoint, sitting about 173.2 miles from Park River and 175.7 miles from Dickinson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 257.4 miles (414.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 91.4 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 6:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.42 one way or $92.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 109.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Park River and Dickinson, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Park River and Rain then Rain And Snow near Dickinson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Park River and Dickinson. Straight-line distance: 257.34 mi (414.15 km).
#1 Park River
City in Walsh County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,305 |
| Coordinates | 48.3986000, -97.7412000 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dickinson
City in North Dakota
| Population | 23,527 |
| Coordinates | 46.8791800, -102.7896200 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-102.789606, 46.879203)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 561 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 21m |
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 | $46.42 | $92.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $52.35 | $104.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $57.29 | $114.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $65.29 | $130.58 |
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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