How far is West Fargo, ND from Rolla, ND?
The driving distance from West Fargo, ND to Rolla, ND is about 253.5 miles (408 km), with a travel time of about 04h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 186.1 miles (299.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 11m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Pembina County, North Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Snow
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Fargo and Rolla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Fargo and Rolla.
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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
121.3 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 66: Drayton
1765 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 66
12.1 mi · 14 min · State Highway 66
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Turn right onto United States Highway 81
2 mi · 2 min · United States Highway 81
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Turn left onto State Highway 66
19.1 mi · 23 min · State Highway 66
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 32
2 mi · 2 min · State Highway 32
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Turn left onto State Highway 66
38.4 mi · 44 min · State Highway 66
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Continue on 1st Avenue
1609 ft · 29 sec · 1st Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 66
6.1 mi · 7 min · State Highway 66
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 20
9.1 mi · 11 min · State Highway 20
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Turn left onto State Highway 5
19.4 mi · 23 min · State Highway 5
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Continue on State Highway 5
1.4 mi · 2 min · State Highway 5
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At the end of the road, turn right
18.8 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 30
11 m · 1 sec · State Highway 30
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 30
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Fargo and Rolla.
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
121 mi · 01h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Light Snow leaving West Fargo and Chance Light Snow near Rolla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Fargo to Rolla?
The road trip is about 253.5 miles (408 km) and usually takes 04h 35m 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?
Drayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 126.6 miles from West Fargo and 126.9 miles from Rolla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 186.1 miles (299.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 67.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.75 one way or $67.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around West Fargo and Chance Light Snow near Rolla.
Stop Ideas Near Drayton
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 Drayton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Fargo and Rolla. Straight-line distance: 186.08 mi (299.47 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 Rolla
City in Rolette County, North Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,273 |
| Coordinates | 48.8577800, -99.6179200 |
| Altitude | 553 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rolla (-99.61792, 48.85778)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 408 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 09m |
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 | $33.75 | $67.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.06 | $76.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.65 | $83.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.47 | $94.94 |
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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