How far is Washburn, ND from Devils Lake, ND?
The driving distance from Washburn, ND to Devils Lake, ND is about 159.6 miles (256.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.6 miles (186 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
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.
Human settlement in Wells County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Snow Likely
Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Washburn and Devils Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washburn and Devils Lake.
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Start on Main Avenue
3270 ft · 2 min · Main Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 200 Alternate
11.3 mi · 13 min · State Highway 200 Alternate
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Continue on State Highway 200
29.6 mi · 35 min · State Highway 200
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Continue on Avenue A West
1.1 km · 2 min · Avenue A West
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Continue on State Highway 200
26.7 mi · 32 min · State Highway 200
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Turn left onto State Highway 3
21 mi · 25 min · State Highway 3
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Turn left onto United States Highway 52
2.1 mi · 3 min · United States Highway 52
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Turn right onto State Highway 3
17.6 mi · 21 min · State Highway 3
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Turn right onto State Highway 19
8.5 mi · 10 min · State Highway 19
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Continue on State Highway 19
25.1 mi · 29 min · State Highway 19
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Turn left
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 19
19.9 mi · 23 min · State Highway 19
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Continue on 4th Street Northwest
1721 ft · 56 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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At the end of the road, turn left onto College Drive North
111 m · 10 sec · College Drive North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · College Drive North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Washburn and Devils Lake.
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 200
Continue on State Highway 200
29.6 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Light Snow Likely leaving Washburn and Chance Light Snow near Devils Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Washburn to Devils Lake?
The road trip is about 159.6 miles (256.8 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Harvey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.3 miles from Washburn and 76.3 miles from Devils Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.6 miles (186 km), while the road route adds roughly 44 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 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.23 one way or $42.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Snow Likely around Washburn and Chance Light Snow near Devils Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Harvey
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 Harvey.
Rugby station
Devils Lake
Minot, ND
Minot station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Washburn and Devils Lake. Straight-line distance: 115.59 mi (186.03 km).
#1 Washburn
City in North Dakota
| Population | 1,247 |
| Coordinates | 47.2891600, -101.0290300 |
| Altitude | 535 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Devils Lake
City in North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,229 |
| Coordinates | 48.1127800, -98.8651200 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
End: College Drive North (-98.865208, 48.112779)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.94 | $47.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.20 | $52.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.86 | $59.72 |
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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