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

The driving distance from West Fargo, ND to Washburn, ND is about 224.9 miles (361.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 196.4 miles (316 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
224.87 mi
03h 44m
Flight
196.32 mi
315.95 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
196.32 mi
Kilometers
315.95 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
224.87 mi
Kilometers
361.89 km
Drive Time
03h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Washburn
Fri, Apr 17, 11:05 AM CDT
Return by in West Fargo
Fri, Apr 17, 2:50 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Fargo
2026-04-17T07:21
Arrive Washburn
Fri, Apr 17, 11:05 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:45 AM to 11:45 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
9:30 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

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Medina
ND

City in North Dakota, United States

From West Fargo
112.2 mi
01h 52m
To Washburn
112.7 mi
01h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
37°F
Friday

Chance Light Snow

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
21 to 25 mph NNW
Destination
37°F
Friday

Light Snow Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
16 to 20 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    8.2 mi · 8 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North: Bismarck, Minot

    1619 ft · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto State Street

    2.1 mi · 4 min · State Street

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on State Street

    35.4 mi · 39 min · State Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue

    3002 ft · 1 min · 4th Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 7th Street

    108 m · 17 sec · 7th Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Main Avenue

    15 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
13 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
186 mi · 83%
State Street
37.5 mi · 17%
4th Avenue
0.57 mi
US 83 North
0.31 mi
1st Street
0.14 mi
7th Street
0.07 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
03h 44m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.5 mi
196.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Medina
01h 52m from West Fargo
Leave By
9:30 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Light Snow leaving West Fargo and Light Snow Likely near Washburn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 224.9 miles (361.9 km) and usually takes 03h 44m 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?

Medina is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.2 miles from West Fargo and 112.7 miles from Washburn.

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

The direct path is about 196.4 miles (316 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:30 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.94 one way or $59.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around West Fargo and Light Snow Likely near Washburn.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Fargo and Washburn. Straight-line distance: 196.32 mi (315.95 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 Washburn

City in North Dakota

Population1,247
Coordinates47.2891600, -101.0290300
Altitude535
CountryUnited States
Start: West Fargo (-96.90036, 46.87497)
End: Washburn (-101.02903, 47.28916)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 362 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 37m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 29m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.94 gal
30.04 L · about $29.94
Round trip
$59.88
15.88 gal · 60.08 L
Estimated CO2
70.6 kg one way
Round trip: 141.1 kg / 311 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $29.94 $59.88
Mid-grade $4.25 $33.77 $67.54
Premium $4.65 $36.95 $73.91
Diesel $5.30 $42.11 $84.23

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between West Fargo and Washburn. The current time is 07:21:16.

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.