How far is Wahpeton, ND from Fort Totten, ND?
The driving distance from Wahpeton, ND to Fort Totten, ND is about 224.3 miles (360.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 36m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 18m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wahpeton and Fort Totten.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wahpeton and Fort Totten.
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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
106.9 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 15 West, CR 81A East: Thompson
1378 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 15
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Continue on Broadway Street
2868 ft · 2 min · Broadway Street
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Continue on State Highway 15
51.6 mi · 1 hr · State Highway 15
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
3250 ft · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 15
7.4 mi · 9 min · State Highway 15
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
3083 ft · 1 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 15
12.1 mi · 14 min · State Highway 15
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Turn right onto State Highway 20
21.7 mi · 30 min · State Highway 20
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Turn left onto Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 6
2 mi · 5 min · Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 6
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Turn right onto Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 1
2.7 mi · 7 min · Bureau of Indian Affairs Road 1
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 57
4.7 mi · 7 min · State Highway 57
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
3120 ft · 2 min · 3rd Avenue North
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Turn left onto Ephriam Hill Road
150 m · 19 sec · Ephriam Hill Road
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North
45 m · 6 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wahpeton and Fort Totten.
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 29 North
Merge slight left
107 mi · 01h 43m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Wahpeton and Chance Light Rain near Fort Totten.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wahpeton to Fort Totten?
The road trip is about 224.3 miles (360.9 km) and usually takes 04h 18m 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?
Reynolds is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112 miles from Wahpeton and 112.3 miles from Fort Totten.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.1 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 8:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.83 one way or $59.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Wahpeton and Chance Light Rain near Fort Totten.
Stop Ideas Near Reynolds
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 Reynolds.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wahpeton and Fort Totten. Straight-line distance: 163.17 mi (262.6 km).
#1 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Totten
Fort Totten is a place in North Dakota, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.9800000, -98.9929000 |
| Altitude | 455 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Totten (-98.9929, 47.98)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 361 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 47m |
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 | $29.83 | $59.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.64 | $67.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.81 | $73.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $41.95 | $83.91 |
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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