How far is Rugby, ND from Minot, ND?
The driving distance from Rugby, ND to Minot, ND is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.5 miles (97.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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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Light Snow Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rugby and Minot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rugby and Minot.
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Start on South Main Avenue
2889 ft · 1 min · South Main Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 10th Street Southwest
668 ft · 24 sec · 10th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue Southwest
2133 ft · 49 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto 65th Street Northeast
1.2 mi · 1 min · 65th Street Northeast
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Continue on US-2 W
21.5 mi · 23 min · US-2 W
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Continue on 62nd Street Northeast
6.1 mi · 7 min · 62nd Street Northeast
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Continue on 57th Street North
21.7 mi · 25 min · 57th Street North
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Continue on 4th Avenue
4 mi · 5 min · 4th Avenue
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Continue on US-2 W
5.8 mi · 7 min · US-2 W
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Turn right onto US-2 Business
156 m · 11 sec · US-2 Business
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Continue on Burdick Expressway East
3.4 mi · 8 min · Burdick Expressway East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Burdick Expressway West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rugby and Minot.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
57th Street North
Continue on 57th Street North
21.7 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.
Light Snow Likely leaving Rugby and Chance Light Snow near Minot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rugby to Minot?
The road trip is about 64.9 miles (104.4 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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 Rugby and 32.5 miles from Minot.
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 4.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.64 one way or $17.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Snow Likely around Rugby and Chance Light Snow near Minot.
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 Rugby and Minot. Straight-line distance: 60.49 mi (97.35 km).
#1 Rugby
City North Dakota, US
| Population | 2,566 |
| Coordinates | 48.3688900, -99.9962500 |
| Altitude | 472 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Minot
The most populous city in Ward County, North Dakota.
| Population | 47,428 |
| Coordinates | 48.2325100, -101.2962700 |
| Altitude | 494 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burdick Expressway West (-101.296255, 48.232455)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 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 | $8.64 | $17.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.74 | $19.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.15 | $24.29 |
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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