How far is Wahpeton, ND from Garrison, ND?
The driving distance from Wahpeton, ND to Garrison, ND is about 315.7 miles (508 km), with a travel time of about 05h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 246.2 miles (396.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 45m 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 05h 22m.
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Halfway Point
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City in North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wahpeton and Garrison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wahpeton and Garrison.
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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 · 43 sec
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Turn right onto State Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · State Street
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Keep slight right to continue on State Street
49.1 mi · 55 min · State Street
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Continue straight
4 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
12.1 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 37
5.6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 37
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Turn right onto Trooper Avenue
1302 ft · 57 sec · Trooper Avenue
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Turn right onto 1st Street Southeast
1174 ft · 51 sec · 1st Street Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wahpeton and Garrison.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Wahpeton and Mostly Sunny near Garrison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wahpeton to Garrison?
The road trip is about 315.7 miles (508 km) and usually takes 05h 22m 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?
Windsor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 157.5 miles from Wahpeton and 158.1 miles from Garrison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 246.2 miles (396.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 69.5 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 6:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.01 one way or $84.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Wahpeton and Mostly Sunny near Garrison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wahpeton and Garrison. Straight-line distance: 246.18 mi (396.19 km).
#1 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Garrison
City in McLean County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,458 |
| Coordinates | 47.6522200, -101.4157200 |
| Altitude | 588 |
| Country | United States |
End: Garrison (-101.41572, 47.65222)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 508 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 56m |
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 | $42.01 | $84.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.38 | $94.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $51.85 | $103.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $59.09 | $118.17 |
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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