How far is Stanley, ND from Coulee, ND?
The driving distance from Stanley, ND to Coulee, ND is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Township in Mountrail County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stanley and Coulee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stanley and Coulee.
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Start on 2nd Avenue Southeast
15 m · 4 sec · 2nd Avenue Southeast
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Turn right onto Main Street
1906 ft · 32 sec · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 8
15.7 mi · 23 min · State Highway 8
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Turn right onto 78th Street Northwest
8 mi · 14 min · 78th Street Northwest
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Continue on State Highway 50
10.1 mi · 18 min · State Highway 50
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
797 ft · 35 sec · Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stanley and Coulee.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 8
Continue on State Highway 8
15.7 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Stanley and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Coulee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stanley to Coulee?
The road trip is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Lostwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Stanley and 17.2 miles from Coulee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.56 one way or $9.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Stanley and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Coulee.
Stop Ideas Near Lostwood
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 Lostwood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stanley and Coulee. Straight-line distance: 23.45 mi (37.74 km).
#1 Stanley
City in North Dakota
| Population | 2,708 |
| Coordinates | 48.3172400, -102.3904500 |
| Altitude | 684 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Coulee
Township in Mountrail County, North Dakota
| Population | 62 |
| Coordinates | 48.5453000, -102.0115500 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
End: Coulee (-102.01155, 48.5453)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.56 | $9.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.15 | $10.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
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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