How far is West Fargo, ND from Devils Lake, ND?
The driving distance from West Fargo, ND to Devils Lake, ND is about 165.9 miles (267 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.4 miles (201.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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 30m.
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 North Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Fargo and Devils Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Fargo and Devils Lake.
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Start on 2nd Avenue West
38 m · 11 sec · 2nd Avenue West
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Turn left onto 1st Street
750 ft · 23 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Main Avenue East
2.8 mi · 5 min · Main Avenue East
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Take the ramp slight right
1229 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
75.6 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Grand Forks, Grand Forks Airport, Grand Forks Air Force Base, East Grand Forks, Minnesota
1197 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 2: Grand Forks International Airport, Grand Forks Air Force Base, Turtle River State Park
40 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Gateway Drive
3.8 mi · 6 min · Gateway Drive
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Continue on 18th Avenue
34.2 mi · 38 min · 18th Avenue
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Continue on United States Highway 2
5.5 mi · 6 min · United States Highway 2
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Continue on 41st Street Northeast
2.8 mi · 3 min · 41st Street Northeast
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Continue on 42nd Street Northeast
17.8 mi · 20 min · 42nd Street Northeast
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Continue on Highway 2 East
22 mi · 41 min · Highway 2 East
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Turn right onto College Drive South
1.2 km · 2 min · College Drive South
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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 West Fargo and Devils Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Avenue East
Merge slight left
75.6 mi · 01h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Fargo and Mostly Cloudy near Devils Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Fargo to Devils Lake?
The road trip is about 165.9 miles (267 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Grand Forks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.9 miles from West Fargo and 83 miles from Devils Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.4 miles (201.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.5 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 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.06 one way or $44.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Fargo and Mostly Cloudy near Devils Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Grand Forks
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Lot B
Grand Forks City Hall
Grand Forks Municipal Court
City Hall Lot A
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grand Forks.
Grand Forks
Fargo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Fargo and Devils Lake. Straight-line distance: 125.4 mi (201.81 km).
#1 West Fargo
City in North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 38,194 |
| Coordinates | 46.8749700, -96.9003600 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| 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: 267 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $22.06 | $44.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.88 | $49.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.23 | $54.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.03 | $62.06 |
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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