How far is Wahpeton, ND from Jamestown, ND?
The driving distance from Wahpeton, ND to Jamestown, ND is about 145.5 miles (234.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.4 miles (176 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m 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 02h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Township in Cass County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wahpeton and Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wahpeton and Jamestown.
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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
89.6 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Jamestown
1050 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Business Loop East
1 km · 58 sec · Business Loop East
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Continue on 12th Avenue
1013 ft · 17 sec · 12th Avenue
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Continue on 12th Avenue
128 m · 7 sec · 12th Avenue
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Continue on 10th Street Southeast
1.1 km · 1 min · 10th Street Southeast
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wahpeton and Jamestown.
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
89.6 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Wahpeton and Partly Cloudy near Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wahpeton to Jamestown?
The road trip is about 145.5 miles (234.1 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Everest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72 miles from Wahpeton and 73.4 miles from Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.4 miles (176 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.35 one way or $38.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Wahpeton and Partly Cloudy near Jamestown.
Stop Ideas Near Everest
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 Everest.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wahpeton and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 109.34 mi (175.96 km).
#1 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jamestown
City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,930 |
| Coordinates | 46.9105400, -98.7084400 |
| Altitude | 429 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Avenue North (-98.708542, 46.910538)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.35 | $38.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.82 | $43.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.88 | $47.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.21 | $54.42 |
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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