How far is Wahpeton, ND from Hazen, ND?

The driving distance from Wahpeton, ND to Hazen, ND is about 313.9 miles (505.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 247.7 miles (398.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 37m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
313.92 mi
05h 18m
Flight
247.74 mi
398.7 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
247.74 mi
Kilometers
398.7 km
Flight Time
00h 29m

Driving Distance

Road route
313.92 mi
Kilometers
505.2 km
Drive Time
05h 18m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hazen
Wed, May 13, 1:44 AM CDT
Return by in Wahpeton
Wed, May 13, 7:02 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wahpeton
2026-05-12T20:25
Arrive Hazen
Wed, May 13, 1:44 AM CDT
Route Timing
05h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:19 AM to 1:19 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
6:22 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Wahpeton
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Windsor
ND

City in North Dakota, United States of America

From Wahpeton
156.6 mi
02h 39m
To Hazen
157.3 mi
02h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
22 to 35 mph NW
Destination
75°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 23 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Wahpeton and Hazen.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wahpeton and Hazen.

  1. 1

    Start on 2nd Avenue North

    33 m · 7 sec · 2nd Avenue North

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 4th Street North

    119 m · 15 sec · 4th Street North

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Dakota Avenue

    2979 ft · 2 min · Dakota Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on State Highway 13

    10.4 mi · 12 min · State Highway 13

  5. 5

    Take the exit right toward I 29 North, US 81 North: Fargo

    2114 ft · 52 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    40.4 mi · 39 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West, US 52 North: Bismarck

    1288 ft · 37 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    181.8 mi · 2 hr 54 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    39.9 mi · 41 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    1418 ft · 38 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto State Highway 31

    30.3 mi · 35 min · State Highway 31

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 200 Alternate

    9 mi · 11 min · State Highway 200 Alternate

  13. 13

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue Northeast

    139 m · 20 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast

  14. 14

    Continue on County Road 18

    761 ft · 33 sec · County Road 18

  15. 15

    Continue on 4th Avenue Northeast

    625 ft · 28 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Railroad Avenue

    112 m · 16 sec · Railroad Avenue

  17. 17

    Continue on Main Street East

    1014 ft · 45 sec · Main Street East

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street East

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Wahpeton and Hazen.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 West
222 mi · 71%
I 29 North
40.8 mi · 13%
State Highway 31
30.3 mi · 10%
State Highway 13
10.4 mi · 3%
State Highway 200 Alternate
8.99 mi · 3%
Dakota Avenue
0.56 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
05h 18m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+66.2 mi
247.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Windsor
02h 39m from Wahpeton
Leave By
6:22 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Wahpeton and Sunny near Hazen.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Wahpeton to Hazen?

The road trip is about 313.9 miles (505.2 km) and usually takes 05h 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?

Windsor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.6 miles from Wahpeton and 157.3 miles from Hazen.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 247.7 miles (398.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 66.2 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 6:22 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.78 one way or $83.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wahpeton and Sunny near Hazen.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Wahpeton and Hazen. Straight-line distance: 247.74 mi (398.7 km).

Wahpeton

#1 Wahpeton

City in North Dakota, United States

Population7,728
Coordinates46.2652400, -96.6059100
Altitude294
CountryUnited States
Hazen

#2 Hazen

City in North Dakota, USA

Population2,332
Coordinates47.2944500, -101.6226600
Altitude532
CountryUnited States
Start: Wahpeton (-96.60591, 46.26524)
End: Hazen (-101.62266, 47.29445)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 505 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)10h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 54m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.08 gal
41.93 L · about $41.78
Round trip
$83.57
22.16 gal · 83.86 L
Estimated CO2
98.5 kg one way
Round trip: 196.9 kg / 434 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $41.78 $83.57
Mid-grade $4.25 $47.12 $94.25
Premium $4.65 $51.57 $103.13
Diesel $5.30 $58.77 $117.54

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in North Dakota · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Wahpeton and Hazen. The current time is 20:25:06.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.