How far is Wahpeton, ND from Bismarck, ND?
The driving distance from Wahpeton, ND to Bismarck, ND is about 244 miles (392.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 202.1 miles (325.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 53m 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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City in North Dakota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wahpeton and Bismarck.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wahpeton and Bismarck.
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Start on 2nd Avenue North
33 m · 7 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Turn right onto 4th Street North
119 m · 15 sec · 4th Street North
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Turn right onto Dakota Avenue
2979 ft · 2 min · Dakota Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 13
10.4 mi · 12 min · State Highway 13
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Take the exit right toward I 29 North, US 81 North: Fargo
2114 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
40.4 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West, US 52 North: Bismarck
1288 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
181.8 mi · 2 hr 54 min
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Continue straight
8.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North: Bismarck, Minot
1619 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto State Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Street
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Continue on East Boulevard Avenue
869 ft · 15 sec · East Boulevard Avenue
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Turn straight onto North 7th Street
3131 ft · 59 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn right onto East Rosser Avenue
548 ft · 17 sec · East Rosser Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Rosser Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wahpeton and Bismarck.
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
182 mi · 02h 54m
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.
Sunny leaving Wahpeton and Sunny near Bismarck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wahpeton to Bismarck?
The road trip is about 244 miles (392.7 km) and usually takes 03h 26m 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?
Sanborn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.9 miles from Wahpeton and 122.2 miles from Bismarck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 202.1 miles (325.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.9 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 10:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.47 one way or $64.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wahpeton and Sunny near Bismarck.
Stop Ideas Near Sanborn
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 Sanborn.
Fargo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wahpeton and Bismarck. Straight-line distance: 202.06 mi (325.18 km).
#1 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bismarck
The capital of North Dakota.
| Population | 74,018 |
| Coordinates | 46.8083300, -100.7837400 |
| Altitude | 514 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Rosser Avenue (-100.783735, 46.808545)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 393 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 02m |
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 | $32.47 | $64.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $36.62 | $73.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $40.07 | $80.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $45.67 | $91.33 |
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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