How far is Washburn, ND from Jamestown, ND?

The driving distance from Washburn, ND to Jamestown, ND is about 138.8 miles (223.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 112.2 miles (180.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
138.72 mi
02h 06m
Flight
112.23 mi
180.62 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
112.23 mi
Kilometers
180.62 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
138.72 mi
Kilometers
223.25 km
Drive Time
02h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jamestown
Fri, Apr 17, 9:35 AM CDT
Return by in Washburn
Fri, Apr 17, 11:42 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Washburn
2026-04-17T07:28
Arrive Jamestown
Fri, Apr 17, 9:35 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:07 AM to 12:07 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:16 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Washburn
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Driscoll
ND

Unincorporated community in North Dakota

From Washburn
69 mi
01h 03m
To Jamestown
69.7 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
37°F
Friday

Light Snow Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
16 to 20 mph NW
Destination
38°F
Friday

Rain And Snow Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
21 to 25 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Washburn and Jamestown.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Washburn and Jamestown.

  1. 1

    Start on Main Avenue

    15 m · 7 sec · Main Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 7th Street

    108 m · 17 sec · 7th Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto 4th Avenue

    2878 ft · 1 min · 4th Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right

    35.2 mi · 38 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on State Street

    2.4 mi · 4 min · State Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Fargo

    49.7 mi · 48 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    47.8 mi · 45 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight left toward Jamestown

    2077 ft · 51 sec

  9. 9

    Continue on 17th Street Southwest

    1.3 km · 1 min · 17th Street Southwest

  10. 10

    Turn left onto West Business Loop

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Business Loop

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    19 m · 5 sec

  12. 12

    Turn left onto 1st Avenue South

    1.3 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue South

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue North

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Washburn and Jamestown.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Fargo
97.8 mi · 71%
State Street
2.41 mi · 2%
1st Avenue South
0.79 mi · 1%
17th Street Southwest
0.78 mi · 1%
West Business Loop
0.71 mi · 1%
4th Avenue
0.54 mi
Longest Stretch

Fargo

Turn left onto Fargo

49.7 mi · 00h 48m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.6 mi
112.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Driscoll
01h 03m from Washburn
Leave By
2:16 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Snow Likely leaving Washburn and Rain And Snow Likely near Jamestown.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Washburn to Jamestown?

The road trip is about 138.8 miles (223.3 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?

Driscoll is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69 miles from Washburn and 69.7 miles from Jamestown.

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

The direct path is about 112.2 miles (180.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.6 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 2:16 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.48 one way or $36.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Snow Likely around Washburn and Rain And Snow Likely near Jamestown.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Washburn and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 112.23 mi (180.62 km).

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#1 Washburn

City in North Dakota

Population1,247
Coordinates47.2891600, -101.0290300
Altitude535
CountryUnited States
Jamestown

#2 Jamestown

City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States

Population14,930
Coordinates46.9105400, -98.7084400
Altitude429
CountryUnited States
Start: Main Avenue (-101.029114, 47.289064)
End: 1st Avenue North (-98.708542, 46.910538)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 223 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 46m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 18m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 43m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.9 gal
18.53 L · about $18.48
Round trip
$36.96
9.8 gal · 37.06 L
Estimated CO2
43.5 kg one way
Round trip: 87.1 kg / 192 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $18.48 $36.96
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.84 $41.68
Premium $4.65 $22.80 $45.61
Diesel $5.30 $25.99 $51.98

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 · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Washburn and Jamestown. The current time is 07:28:54.

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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.