How far is Washburn, ND from Watford City, ND?
The driving distance from Washburn, ND to Watford City, ND is about 142.3 miles (229 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 51m 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 25m.
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.
City in Dunn County, North Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Washburn and Watford City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washburn and Watford City.
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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 left onto State Highway 200 Alternate
39.2 mi · 47 min · State Highway 200 Alternate
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 200
41 m · 2 sec · State Highway 200
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 200
26.3 mi · 32 min · State Highway 200
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Continue on State Highway 8
1.9 mi · 2 min · State Highway 8
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Continue on State Highway 200
20.1 mi · 24 min · State Highway 200
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 200
51 m · 4 sec · State Highway 200
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 200
2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 200
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 200
51 m · 3 sec · State Highway 200
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 200
18.2 mi · 21 min · State Highway 200
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Turn right onto Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
31.3 mi · 36 min · Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
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Turn right onto United States Highway 85 Business
3034 ft · 1 min · United States Highway 85 Business
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Turn left onto Main Street South
2.4 mi · 4 min · Main Street South
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Continue on Main Street North
17 m · 8 sec · Main Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Washburn and Watford City.
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 Alternate
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 200 Alternate
39.2 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Sunny leaving Washburn and Mostly Sunny near Watford City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Washburn to Watford City?
The road trip is about 142.3 miles (229 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?
Halliday is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.1 miles from Washburn and 71.3 miles from Watford City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.4 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 1:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.93 one way or $37.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Washburn and Mostly Sunny near Watford City.
Stop Ideas Near Halliday
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 Halliday.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Washburn and Watford City. Straight-line distance: 110.95 mi (178.55 km).
#1 Washburn
City in North Dakota
| Population | 1,247 |
| Coordinates | 47.2891600, -101.0290300 |
| Altitude | 535 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Watford City
City in McKenzie County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,835 |
| Coordinates | 47.8022400, -103.2832500 |
| Altitude | 646 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street North (-103.283174, 47.80224)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $18.93 | $37.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.35 | $42.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.36 | $46.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.63 | $53.25 |
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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