Origin
Bismarck, ND
Afternoon in Bismarck on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bismarck, ND to Minot, ND
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
109.9 mi
177 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bismarck, ND
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Minot, ND
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Trip Overview
Connecting Bismarck to Minot is a straightforward 109.9-mile journey across the North Dakota Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 9 minutes on the road, making this an ideal one-day excursion. Given the manageable distance, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting approximately $17 for fuel should cover your transit comfortably in a standard vehicle. Since both cities are located within the same region, you will experience consistent prairie landscapes throughout the duration of your travel. This direct route is perfect for travelers looking to move efficiently between two of the state's major hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55 miles from Bismarck, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Navigating this route requires a mix of local streets and highway travel, with 52% of your journey spent on the open road. You will primarily utilize US 83, which serves as the backbone of your trip and features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 56.7 miles. Departing Bismarck via State Street and North 9th Street eventually transitions into the more open highway environment of US 83. The drive offers a mixed-road profile, alternating between the pace of city exits and the steady rhythm of rural highway driving. Expect a predictable experience behind the wheel as you traverse the expansive, flat terrain characteristic of this central North Dakota corridor.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 83 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near ND 1804 / North 9th Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bismarck, ND to Minot, ND is easy. At 2h 9m with 52% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (ND 1804 / North 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (ND 1804 / East Boulevard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (US 83; ND 1804 / State Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ND 1804 / North 9th Street
Turn left onto ND 1804 / North 9th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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ND 1804 / East Boulevard Avenue
Turn right onto ND 1804 / East Boulevard Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
4.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 83; ND 1804 / State Street
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83; ND 1804 / State Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
109.9 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
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US 2 Business; US 52 Business / Burdick Expressway West
Turn left onto US 2 Business; US 52 Business / Burdick Expressway West
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 83 | 56.7 mi | 1h 7m |
| State Street | 52.3 mi | 1h |
| North 9th Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East Rosser Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Boulevard Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Burdick Expressway West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 83
— 56.7 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bismarck, ND and Minot, ND.
1
Start on East Rosser Avenue
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
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East Rosser Avenue
2
Turn left onto ND 1804
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
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North 9th Street
3
Turn right onto ND 1804
227 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Boulevard Avenue
4
Continue on ND 1804
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83; ND 1804
49 mi
·
54 min
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State Street
6
Continue on US 83; ND 200; ND 1804
4.0 mi
·
4 min
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US 83; ND 200; ND 1804
7
Continue on US 83; ND 1804
53 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
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US 83; ND 1804
8
Turn left onto US 2 Business; US 52 Business
74 ft
·
2 sec
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Burdick Expressway West
9
Arrive at destination
US 2 Business; US 52 Business
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. Without any mandatory stops required to complete the 109.9-mile trip, you can easily handle the transit in one continuous push. If you prefer to break up the drive, consider checking your fuel levels before leaving Bismarck to ensure you are ready for the long 56.7-mile stretch on US 83. Keep an eye on your speed as you transition from the local street segments onto the highway. Because the entire trip takes just over two hours, you can comfortably plan your arrival in Minot for a mid-morning or afternoon check-in without feeling rushed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55 miles from Bismarck, ND, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Minot, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bismarck, ND so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bismarck, ND
This is one driving day of about 109.9 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bismarck, ND.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 83 for about 56.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55 mi from Bismarck, ND · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55 miles from Bismarck, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Minot, ND
The final approach into Minot, ND usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Minot, ND.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.69 one way
$33.39 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $18.40 | $36.80 |
| premium | $4.80 | $20.75 | $41.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.42 | $48.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33 | 0 | $11.54 | $5.28 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44 | 0 | $15.39 | $7.03 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Minot, ND
Afternoon in Minot on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
34°F
Garrison, ND
55 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 9m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bismarck, ND to Minot, ND covers 109.9 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 83, State Street, North 9th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55 miles from Bismarck, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.69 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bismarck, ND to Minot, ND is easy. At 2h 9m with 52% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (ND 1804 / North 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (ND 1804 / East Boulevard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (US 83; ND 1804 / State Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Bismarck, ND to Minot, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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