How far is White Earth, ND from Coulee, ND?
The driving distance from White Earth, ND to Coulee, ND is about 58.2 miles (93.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between White Earth and Coulee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Earth and Coulee.
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Start on 1st Street
128 m · 20 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
723 ft · 20 sec · 2nd Street
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Continue on McTavish Avenue
2411 ft · 1 min · McTavish Avenue
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Continue on 99th Avenue Northwest
2.8 mi · 7 min · 99th Avenue Northwest
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Turn straight onto 99th Drive
1.2 mi · 5 min · 99th Drive
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Turn left
17.9 mi · 21 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 8
2610 ft · 44 sec · State Highway 8
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Continue on 6th Avenue Southeast
2805 ft · 49 sec · 6th Avenue Southeast
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 8
15.7 mi · 23 min · State Highway 8
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Turn right onto 78th Street Northwest
8 mi · 14 min · 78th Street Northwest
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Continue on State Highway 50
10.1 mi · 18 min · State Highway 50
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
797 ft · 35 sec · Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between White Earth and Coulee.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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17.9 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving White Earth and Chance Light Rain near Coulee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from White Earth to Coulee?
The road trip is about 58.2 miles (93.7 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Stanley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.1 miles from White Earth and 29.1 miles from Coulee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 4:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.77 one way or $15.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around White Earth and Chance Light Rain near Coulee.
Stop Ideas Near Stanley
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 Stanley.
Stanley
Minot station
Minot, ND
Williston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between White Earth and Coulee. Straight-line distance: 36.7 mi (59.07 km).
#1 White Earth
Township in Mountrail County, North Dakota
| Population | 69 |
| Coordinates | 48.3805800, -102.7732400 |
| Altitude | 639 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Coulee
Township in Mountrail County, North Dakota
| Population | 62 |
| Coordinates | 48.5453000, -102.0115500 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Avenue (-102.011619, 48.545258)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.76 | $17.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.59 | $19.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.93 | $21.85 |
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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