Origin
Garrison, ND
Late night in Garrison on Friday
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12:32 AM
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Current temp
39°F
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Trip from Garrison, ND to Jamestown, ND
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
173.5 mi
279 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
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.
Garrison, ND
Ali Ahmad DANESH
Jamestown, ND
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Trip Overview
This 173.5-mile drive from Garrison to Jamestown, North Dakota, is a straightforward journey across the Great Plains, taking approximately 3 hours and 2 minutes. It's perfectly suited as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $27. The route is overwhelmingly focused on highway travel, making it an efficient way to cover ground between these two North Dakota locations. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, with a brief segment on I-94 before returning to US-83. This drive is ideal if you want to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
86.8 miles from Garrison, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 173.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 97% of this 173.5-mile trip. You'll primarily be on US 83, with a section of I-94 connecting the two. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 102.5 miles on US 83, offering a consistent pace. This profile suggests a drive where you can settle in and maintain a steady speed for extended periods, characteristic of long-distance travel across the plains. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 102.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 83 and I 94. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Trooper Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 2m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Trooper Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (ND 37; ND 1804 / State Highway 37): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (US 83; ND 1804 / US-83 S): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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Trooper Avenue
Turn left onto Trooper Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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ND 37; ND 1804 / State Highway 37
At end of road, turn left onto ND 37; ND 1804 / State Highway 37
Navigation decision point
4
6.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 83; ND 1804 / US-83 S
Turn right onto US 83; ND 1804 / US-83 S
Navigation decision point
4
71 mi into trip
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~1h 20m 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
7
73.4 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
|
US 83
Turn left onto US 83 toward Fargo
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Fargo
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Garrison, ND to Jamestown, ND, road signs begin pointing toward Fargo along the way.
Fargo
73.4 mi in
|
~1h 25m
|
via US 83
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 83 | 102.5 mi | 1h 46m |
| I 94 | 47.8 mi | 44m |
| US-83 S | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 37 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| State Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 1st Avenue South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 17th Street Southwest | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Business Loop | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 83
— 102.5 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison, ND and Jamestown, ND.
1
Start on 1st Street Northeast
285 ft
·
12 sec
·
1st Street Northeast
2
Continue on 1st Street Southeast
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
1st Street Southeast
3
Turn left onto Trooper Avenue
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Trooper Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto ND 37; ND 1804
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 37
5
Turn right onto US 83; ND 1804
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US-83 S
6
Continue on US 83; ND 200; ND 1804
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 83; ND 200; ND 1804
7
Continue on US 83; ND 1804
49 mi
·
54 min
·
US 83; ND 1804
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83; ND 1804
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Street
9
Turn left onto US 83
50 mi
·
47 min
·
US 83
Toward Fargo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 94
48 mi
·
44 min
·
I 94
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Jamestown
12
Continue on 17th Street Southwest
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
17th Street Southwest
13
Turn left onto US 52; US 281
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Business Loop
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 52; US 281
63 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 52; US 281
15
Turn left onto US 52; US 281
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue South
16
Arrive at destination
US 52; US 281
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this trip from Garrison to Jamestown is easily manageable in a single day. You'll want to leave with enough daylight to comfortably complete the 173.5 miles, especially considering the longest stretch without a break is over 100 miles. While only one stop is officially noted, consider a brief pause along US 83 around the 100-mile mark if needed. The fuel cost is estimated at $27, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Garrison, as services might be spaced out on US 83.
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 86.8 miles from Garrison, ND, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.5 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 38 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.8 miles or 1h 37m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamestown, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Garrison, ND so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Garrison, ND
This is one driving day of about 173.5 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Garrison, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 83 for about 102.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.8 mi from Garrison, ND · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.8 miles from Garrison, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 83 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.5 miles.
Arriving in Jamestown, ND
The final approach into Jamestown, 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 Jamestown, ND.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.12 one way
$54.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.78 | $59.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.39 | $66.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.31 | $76.61 |
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: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.22 | $8.33 |
| Efficient EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.18 | $6.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.29 | $11.10 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Jamestown, ND
Late night in Jamestown on Friday
Local time
12:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
26 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 Garrison, ND to Jamestown, ND covers 173.5 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 US 83, I 94, US-83 S. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.8 miles from Garrison, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.12 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 2m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Trooper Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (ND 37; ND 1804 / State Highway 37): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (US 83; ND 1804 / US-83 S): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Garrison, ND to Jamestown, ND, road signs begin pointing toward Fargo along the way.
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