How far is Valley City, ND from Killdeer, ND?
The driving distance from Valley City, ND to Killdeer, ND is about 264.8 miles (426.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 225.4 miles (362.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 08m 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 04h 34m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The capital of North Dakota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valley City and Killdeer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valley City and Killdeer.
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Start on West Main Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 94 West
1694 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
122.4 mi · 1 hr 56 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 right
86 m · 7 sec
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Turn slight right onto 3rd Avenue West
32.3 mi · 48 min · 3rd Avenue West
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 22 Business
51 m · 3 sec · State Highway 22 Business
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 22 Business
1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22 Business
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Continue on Central Avenue Southeast
1940 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valley City and Killdeer.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94 West
Merge slight left
122 mi · 01h 56m
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 Valley City and Partly Sunny near Killdeer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valley City to Killdeer?
The road trip is about 264.8 miles (426.1 km) and usually takes 04h 34m 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?
Bismarck is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132 miles from Valley City and 132.7 miles from Killdeer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 225.4 miles (362.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.4 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 7:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.22 one way or $70.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Valley City and Killdeer, 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 Valley City and Partly Sunny near Killdeer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valley City and Killdeer. Straight-line distance: 225.36 mi (362.68 km).
#1 Valley City
City in North Dakota
| Population | 6,323 |
| Coordinates | 46.9233100, -98.0031500 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Killdeer
Human settlement in Dunn County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,155 |
| Coordinates | 47.3719600, -102.7540800 |
| Altitude | 698 |
| Country | United States |
End: Killdeer (-102.75408, 47.37196)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 426 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $35.22 | $70.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.72 | $79.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $43.47 | $86.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $49.54 | $99.08 |
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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