How far is West Fargo, ND from Belfield, ND?

The driving distance from West Fargo, ND to Belfield, ND is about 305 miles (490.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 297.4 miles (478.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
304.98 mi
04h 55m
Flight
297.42 mi
478.65 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
297.42 mi
Kilometers
478.65 km
Flight Time
00h 35m

Driving Distance

Road route
304.98 mi
Kilometers
490.81 km
Drive Time
04h 55m

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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 04h 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Belfield
Wed, May 20, 11:25 PM MDT
Return by in West Fargo
Thu, May 21, 5:21 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Fargo
2026-05-20T19:29
Arrive Belfield
Thu, May 21, 12:25 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:56 AM to 11:56 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:08 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Fargo
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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 West Fargo
152 mi
02h 27m
To Belfield
152.9 mi
02h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
31°F
Overnight

Widespread Frost

Starts
Wed, May 20 12:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 mph SSE
Destination
72°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 20 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
13 to 16 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between West Fargo and Belfield.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Fargo and Belfield.

  1. 1

    Start on 2nd Avenue West

    38 m · 11 sec · 2nd Avenue West

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 1st Street

    750 ft · 21 sec · 1st Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Main Avenue West

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Main Avenue West

  4. 4

    Keep slight right

    3280 ft · 1 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    175.6 mi · 2 hr 46 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    125.2 mi · 2 hr 1 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right

    1297 ft · 39 sec

  8. 8

    Turn sharp left onto Theodore Roosevelt Expressway

    2719 ft · 39 sec · Theodore Roosevelt Expressway

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Highway 10 East

    2171 ft · 1 min · Highway 10 East

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Main Street North

    2015 ft · 60 sec · Main Street North

  11. 11

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northwest

    10 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Fargo and Belfield.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
12 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
3.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Avenue West
303 mi · 100%
Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
0.52 mi
Highway 10 East
0.41 mi
Main Street North
0.38 mi
1st Street
0.14 mi
2nd Avenue West
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

Main Avenue West

Merge slight left

176 mi · 02h 46m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 55m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.6 mi
297.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Driscoll
02h 27m from West Fargo
Leave By
7:08 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost leaving West Fargo and Partly Sunny near Belfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Fargo to Belfield?

The road trip is about 305 miles (490.8 km) and usually takes 04h 55m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Driscoll is a useful midpoint, sitting about 152 miles from West Fargo and 152.9 miles from Belfield.

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

The direct path is about 297.4 miles (478.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.58 one way or $81.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95.6 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between West Fargo and Belfield, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost around West Fargo and Partly Sunny near Belfield.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Fargo and Belfield. Straight-line distance: 297.42 mi (478.65 km).

West Fargo

#1 West Fargo

City in North Dakota, United States of America

Population38,194
Coordinates46.8749700, -96.9003600
Altitude273
CountryUnited States
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#2 Belfield

Human settlement in Stark County, North Dakota, United States of America

Population1,035
Coordinates46.8852900, -103.1996200
Altitude788
CountryUnited States
Start: West Fargo (-96.90036, 46.87497)
End: Belfield (-103.19962, 46.88529)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 491 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)10h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 37m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 05m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 04m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.76 gal
40.74 L · about $40.58
Round trip
$81.15
21.52 gal · 81.48 L
Estimated CO2
95.6 kg one way
Round trip: 191.2 kg / 422 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $40.58 $81.15
Mid-grade $4.25 $45.76 $91.52
Premium $4.65 $50.08 $100.15
Diesel $5.30 $57.07 $114.14

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 · May 21, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between West Fargo, ND and Belfield, ND. The current time in West Fargo is 19:29:43, although it is 18:29:43 in Belfield.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.