Origin
Devils Lake, ND
Afternoon in Devils Lake on Monday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
179.3 mi
289 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
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6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Devils Lake, ND
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Bismarck, ND
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Trip Overview
The drive from Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND covers 179.3 miles and takes about 3h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 4th Street Northwest, Highway 19, Highway 3 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.7 miles from Devils Lake, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 2m drive with frequent turns across 179.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
4th Street Northwest is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND is easy. At 3h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 4th Street Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 19 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 3 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 52 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 200 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 83 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Boulevard Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
4th Street Northwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Devils Lake, ND and Bismarck, ND.
1
Start on College Drive North
364 ft
·
15 sec
·
College Drive North
2
Turn right onto 4th Street Northwest
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
4th Street Northwest
3
Continue on State Highway 19
20 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 19
4
At the end of the road, turn left
3.3 mi
·
3 min
5
Turn right onto State Highway 19
34 mi
·
39 min
·
State Highway 19
6
Turn left onto State Highway 3
18 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 3
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto United States Highway 52
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
United States Highway 52
8
Turn right onto State Highway 3
21 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 3
9
Turn right onto State Highway 200
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 200
10
Turn left onto State Highway 3
41 mi
·
47 min
·
State Highway 3
11
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
12
Merge slight left
41 mi
·
39 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North: Bismarck, Minot
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 83 North: Bismarck, Minot
14
Turn left onto State Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
15
Continue on East Boulevard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Boulevard Avenue
16
Turn straight onto North 7th Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
North 7th Street
17
Turn right onto East Rosser Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Rosser Avenue
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 89.7 miles from Devils Lake, ND, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.7 miles or 1h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bismarck, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Devils Lake, 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 Devils Lake, ND
This is one driving day of about 179.3 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Devils Lake, ND.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.7 mi from Devils Lake, ND · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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
Arriving in Bismarck, ND
The final approach into Bismarck, 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 Bismarck, 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
$27.23 one way
$54.47 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.02 | $60.04 |
| premium | $4.80 | $33.85 | $67.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.83 | $79.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.8 | 0 | $18.83 | $8.61 |
| Efficient EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.69 | $7.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.7 | 0 | $25.10 | $11.48 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% 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
Bismarck, ND
Afternoon in Bismarck on Monday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 2m 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 Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND covers 179.3 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 4th Street Northwest, Highway 19, Highway 3. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.7 miles from Devils Lake, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND is easy. At 3h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Devils Lake, ND to Bismarck, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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