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

The driving distance from West Fargo, ND to Hazen, ND is about 258.3 miles (415.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 224 miles (360.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 42m 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
258.3 mi
04h 21m
Flight
224.02 mi
360.52 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
224.02 mi
Kilometers
360.52 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
258.3 mi
Kilometers
415.69 km
Drive Time
04h 21m

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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 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hazen
Thu, Apr 23, 4:44 AM CDT
Return by in West Fargo
Thu, Apr 23, 9:05 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Fargo
2026-04-23T00:22
Arrive Hazen
Thu, Apr 23, 4:44 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:21 AM to 12:21 PM CDT

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

Leave by
8:18 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
Tappen
ND

Township in Kidder County, North Dakota

From West Fargo
128.8 mi
02h 10m
To Hazen
129.5 mi
02h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Thursday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
22 to 29 mph S
Destination
56°F
Thursday

Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 to 32 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    39.9 mi · 41 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right

    1418 ft · 38 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto State Highway 31

    30.3 mi · 35 min · State Highway 31

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 200 Alternate

    9 mi · 11 min · State Highway 200 Alternate

  10. 10

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue Northeast

    139 m · 20 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast

  11. 11

    Continue on County Road 18

    761 ft · 33 sec · County Road 18

  12. 12

    Continue on 4th Avenue Northeast

    625 ft · 28 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Railroad Avenue

    112 m · 16 sec · Railroad Avenue

  14. 14

    Continue on Main Street East

    1014 ft · 45 sec · Main Street East

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street East

Car Route Details

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

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
15 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Main Avenue West
218 mi · 84%
State Highway 31
30.3 mi · 12%
State Highway 200 Alternate
8.99 mi · 3%
4th Avenue Northeast
0.21 mi
Main Street East
0.19 mi
County Road 18
0.14 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 21m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.3 mi
224 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tappen
02h 10m from West Fargo
Leave By
8:18 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving West Fargo and Rain near Hazen.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 258.3 miles (415.7 km) and usually takes 04h 21m 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?

Tappen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 128.8 miles from West Fargo and 129.5 miles from Hazen.

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

The direct path is about 224 miles (360.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.3 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 8:18 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.35 one way or $68.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Fargo and Hazen. Straight-line distance: 224.02 mi (360.52 km).

West Fargo

#1 West Fargo

City in North Dakota, United States of America

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

#2 Hazen

City in North Dakota, USA

Population2,332
Coordinates47.2944500, -101.6226600
Altitude532
CountryUnited States
Start: West Fargo (-96.90036, 46.87497)
End: Hazen (-101.62266, 47.29445)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 416 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 27m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 18m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.11 gal
34.5 L · about $34.35
Round trip
$68.71
18.22 gal · 69 L
Estimated CO2
81 kg one way
Round trip: 161.9 kg / 357 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $34.35 $68.71
Mid-grade $4.25 $38.74 $77.49
Premium $4.65 $42.40 $84.80
Diesel $5.30 $48.32 $96.64

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between West Fargo and Hazen. The current time is 00:22:59.

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.