Origin
Fort Totten, ND
Afternoon in Fort Totten on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Totten, ND to Devils Lake, 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 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Totten, ND
Phil Evenden
Devils Lake, ND
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Fort Totten to Devils Lake, you are looking at a quick 13.4-mile trek across the Great Plains. This straightforward journey takes roughly 20 minutes to complete, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via State Highway 57, State Highway 20, and College Drive South. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly transit. Whether you are commuting or exploring the local region, the short duration provides plenty of flexibility to plan your arrival time around your specific schedule.
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 Fort Totten, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-oriented experience on this brief North Dakota trip. Roughly 89% of your journey takes place on highways, providing a consistent pace as you move between destinations. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 7 miles on State Highway 57, which sets the tone for the majority of the drive. Because the route is short and efficient, you will find it lacks the technical complexities of longer mountain or urban transits. It is a no-frills, practical drive that allows you to reach Devils Lake with minimal navigation stress.
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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Fort Totten, ND to Devils Lake, ND is easy. At 20m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (ND 57 / State Highway 57): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road
Turn right onto BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip
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BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North
Turn right onto BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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ND 57 / State Highway 57
At end of road, turn right onto ND 57 / State Highway 57
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 57 | 7 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 20 | 5 mi | 7m |
| College Drive South | 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 |
| College Drive North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
State Highway 57
— 7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Totten, ND and Devils Lake, ND.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue North
147 ft
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9 sec
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2nd Avenue North
2
Turn right onto BIA 6
492 ft
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15 sec
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Ephriam Hill Road
3
Turn right onto BIA 7
0.6 mi
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1 min
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3rd Avenue North
4
At end of road, turn right onto ND 57
7.0 mi
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9 min
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State Highway 57
5
Continue on ND 20
5.0 mi
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7 min
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State Highway 20
6
Continue on ND 20
0.7 mi
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1 min
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College Drive South
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Arrive at destination
ND 20
Trip Plan
Since this drive takes only 20 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. There are no planned stops on this route, so ensure your vehicle is fueled and ready before leaving Fort Totten. Given the short distance, you do not need to worry about long-haul fatigue or complex pacing strategies. Keep a steady eye on your speed as you transition from the highway stretches onto College Drive South near your destination. Use the efficiency of this 13.4-mile trip to your advantage, allowing you to spend more time at your final destination rather than behind the wheel.
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 Fort Totten, 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 Devils Lake, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Totten, 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 Fort Totten, ND
This is one driving day of about 13.4 miles and 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Totten, 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 Fort Totten, 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 Fort Totten, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Devils Lake, ND
The final approach into Devils Lake, 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 Devils Lake, 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
Devils Lake, ND
Afternoon in Devils Lake on Monday
Local time
3:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°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 cooler 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 Fort Totten, ND to Devils Lake, 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 South. 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 Fort Totten, 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.
The drive from Fort Totten, ND to Devils Lake, ND is easy. At 20m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (BIA 6 / Ephriam Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (BIA 7 / 3rd Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (ND 57 / State Highway 57): Navigation decision point.
The route from Fort Totten, ND to Devils Lake, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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