How far is Wahpeton, ND from Oakes, ND?
The driving distance from Wahpeton, ND to Oakes, ND is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.5 miles (115.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m 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 01h 37m.
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 Sargent County, North Dakota
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 Oakes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wahpeton and Oakes.
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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
10.6 mi · 13 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on State Highway 13
61.6 mi · 1 hr 14 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on State Highway 1
5.5 mi · 7 min · State Highway 1
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Continue on 7th Street North
2757 ft · 2 min · 7th Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wahpeton and Oakes.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 13
Continue on State Highway 13
61.6 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Wahpeton and Chance Light Rain near Oakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wahpeton to Oakes?
The road trip is about 78.8 miles (126.8 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Milnor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.3 miles from Wahpeton and 39.5 miles from Oakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.5 miles (115.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.48 one way or $20.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Wahpeton and Chance Light Rain near Oakes.
Stop Ideas Near Milnor
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 Milnor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wahpeton and Oakes. Straight-line distance: 71.53 mi (115.11 km).
#1 Wahpeton
City in North Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,728 |
| Coordinates | 46.2652400, -96.6059100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakes
City in Dickey County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,657 |
| Coordinates | 46.1385800, -98.0903800 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakes (-98.09038, 46.13858)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.48 | $20.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.82 | $23.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.75 | $29.49 |
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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