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

The driving distance from West Fargo, ND to Harvey, ND is about 186.2 miles (299.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 155 miles (249.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 49m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
186.22 mi
03h 24m
Flight
154.99 mi
249.44 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
154.99 mi
Kilometers
249.44 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
186.22 mi
Kilometers
299.7 km
Drive Time
03h 24m

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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 03h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Harvey
Tue, Apr 14, 6:14 PM CDT
Return by in West Fargo
Tue, Apr 14, 9:39 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Fargo
2026-04-14T14:49
Arrive Harvey
Tue, Apr 14, 6:14 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM CDT

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

Leave by
10:10 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
Jamestown
ND

City in Stutsman County, North Dakota, United States

From West Fargo
93 mi
01h 42m
To Harvey
93.3 mi
01h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Tuesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
14 mph NNE
Destination
51°F
Tuesday

Slight Chance Light Rain

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 mph NE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    83.4 mi · 1 hr 19 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward Jamestown

    1050 ft · 29 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Business Loop East

    1 km · 58 sec · Business Loop East

  8. 8

    Continue on 12th Avenue

    1013 ft · 17 sec · 12th Avenue

  9. 9

    Continue on 12th Avenue

    128 m · 7 sec · 12th Avenue

  10. 10

    Continue on 10th Street Southeast

    1.1 km · 1 min · 10th Street Southeast

  11. 11

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue South

    1.5 km · 2 min · 1st Avenue South

  12. 12

    Turn left onto 5th Street Northwest

    41.6 mi · 48 min · 5th Street Northwest

  13. 13

    Continue on 4th Avenue South

    1906 ft · 48 sec · 4th Avenue South

  14. 14

    Turn left onto 7th Street South

    1.6 km · 2 min · 7th Street South

  15. 15

    Turn right onto 19th Avenue South

    1.4 km · 2 min · 19th Avenue South

  16. 16

    Turn left onto United States Highway 52

    23 mi · 27 min · United States Highway 52

  17. 17

    Turn right onto US-52

    28.1 mi · 32 min · US-52

  18. 18

    Continue on United State Highway 52

    1400 ft · 23 sec · United State Highway 52

  19. 19

    Turn right onto 31st Avenue Northeast

    2 mi · 3 min · 31st Avenue Northeast

  20. 20

    Turn slight right onto 10th Street East

    744 ft · 15 sec · 10th Street East

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue

    134 m · 12 sec · Lincoln Avenue

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lincoln Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
22 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Avenue West
85.9 mi · 46%
5th Street Northwest
41.6 mi · 22%
US-52
28.1 mi · 15%
United States Highway 52
23 mi · 12%
31st Avenue Northeast
2.01 mi · 1%
7th Street South
0.99 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Main Avenue West

Merge slight left

83.4 mi · 01h 19m

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
03h 24m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.2 mi
155 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Jamestown
01h 42m from West Fargo
Leave By
10:10 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving West Fargo and Slight Chance Light Rain near Harvey.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 186.2 miles (299.7 km) and usually takes 03h 24m 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?

Jamestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93 miles from West Fargo and 93.3 miles from Harvey.

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

The direct path is about 155 miles (249.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.2 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 10:10 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.78 one way or $49.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around West Fargo and Slight Chance Light Rain near Harvey.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Fargo and Harvey. Straight-line distance: 154.99 mi (249.44 km).

West Fargo

#1 West Fargo

City in North Dakota, United States of America

Population38,194
Coordinates46.8749700, -96.9003600
Altitude273
CountryUnited States
Harvey

#2 Harvey

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

Population1,587
Coordinates47.7697200, -99.9354000
Altitude487
CountryUnited States
Start: West Fargo (-96.90036, 46.87497)
End: Harvey (-99.9354, 47.76972)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 300 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.57 gal
24.88 L · about $24.78
Round trip
$49.55
13.14 gal · 49.76 L
Estimated CO2
58.4 kg one way
Round trip: 116.8 kg / 257 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $24.78 $49.55
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.94 $55.88
Premium $4.65 $30.58 $61.15
Diesel $5.30 $34.85 $69.69

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 14, 2026

There is no time difference between West Fargo and Harvey. The current time is 14:49:42.

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.