How far is Valley City, ND from Oakes, ND?
The driving distance from Valley City, ND to Oakes, ND is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.4 miles (87.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 21m 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 10m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Ransom County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valley City and Oakes.
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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
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 1 South: Verona, Oakes
1374 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 1
38 mi · 44 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on 1st Street
1021 ft · 35 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on State Highway 1
15.4 mi · 19 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on 7th Street North
2757 ft · 2 min · 7th Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valley City and Oakes.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 1
Turn left onto State Highway 1
38 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow leaving Valley City and Chance Light Rain near Oakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valley City to Oakes?
The road trip is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Fort Ransom is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.1 miles from Valley City and 29.1 miles from Oakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.4 miles (87.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.73 one way or $15.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Valley City and Chance Light Rain near Oakes.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Ransom
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 Fort Ransom.
Fargo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valley City and Oakes. Straight-line distance: 54.38 mi (87.51 km).
#1 Valley City
City in North Dakota
| Population | 6,323 |
| Coordinates | 46.9233100, -98.0031500 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakes
City in Dickey County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,657 |
| Coordinates | 46.1385800, -98.0903800 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakes (-98.09038, 46.13858)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.87 | $21.75 |
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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