Origin
Devils Lake, ND
Afternoon in Devils Lake on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Devils Lake, ND to Fort Totten, ND
Drive Time
20m
Distance
13.4 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
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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Fort Totten, ND
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion in the North Dakota Great Plains, the 13.4-mile trip from Devils Lake to Fort Totten is an ideal choice. Spanning just 20 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a one-day trip, requiring no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via State Highway 20, College Drive North, and State Highway 57. Budgeting about $2 for fuel makes this a very economical route to traverse. Because both locations sit within the same region, the transition is seamless and straightforward. It serves as a practical, low-commitment commute for anyone exploring this area of the state.
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
6.7 miles from Devils Lake, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 20-minute trip is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of your journey spent on main thoroughfares. You will experience a consistent pace behind the wheel as you navigate the transition between local roads and the open highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 7-mile segment along State Highway 57, which allows for steady driving. Expect a direct experience without the technical complexities of winding backroads or heavy traffic. The route maintains a functional, efficient character that gets you to your destination quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 57 and State Highway 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ND 20 / College Drive North.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ND 20 / College Drive North): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles (BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles (BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ND 20 / College Drive North
Depart onto ND 20 / College Drive North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
12.7 mi into trip
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~18m in
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BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North
Turn left onto BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
13.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road
Turn left onto BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road
Navigation decision point
5
13.4 mi into trip
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~20m in
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2nd Avenue North
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 57 | 7 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 20 | 5 mi | 7m |
| College Drive North | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Ephriam Hill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 57
— 7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Devils Lake, ND and Fort Totten, ND.
1
Start on ND 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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College Drive North
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on ND 20
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 20
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on ND 57
7.0 mi
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9 min
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State Highway 57
4
Turn left onto BIA 7
0.6 mi
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1 min
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3rd Avenue North
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto BIA 6
492 ft
·
19 sec
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Ephriam Hill Road
6
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North
147 ft
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6 sec
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2nd Avenue North
7
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue North
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is only 20 minutes, you have maximum flexibility when planning your departure. You do not need to worry about scheduling multiple rest stops, as the 13.4-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep your $2 fuel budget in mind before you head out to ensure you have enough to cover the round trip. Because this is a short, straightforward route, use the extra time saved to explore your destination thoroughly upon arrival. My best advice is to check your tire pressure before leaving, as the highway-heavy nature of this route makes it a great time to ensure your vehicle is running optimally.
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 6.7 miles from Devils Lake, ND, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 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 13.4 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.7 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Totten, 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 13.4 miles and 20m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 57 for about 7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.7 mi from Devils Lake, ND · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.7 miles from Devils Lake, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fort Totten, ND
The final approach into Fort Totten, 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 Fort Totten, 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
$2.04 one way
$4.07 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.24 | $4.49 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.53 | $5.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.98 | $5.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.17 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Fort Totten, ND
Afternoon in Fort Totten on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
38°F
Jamestown, ND
7 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
10 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
20m 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 Fort Totten, ND covers 13.4 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 57, State Highway 20, College Drive North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.7 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 $2.04 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.
This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ND 20 / College Drive North): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles (BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.3 miles (BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Devils Lake, ND to Fort Totten, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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