Origin
Harvey, ND
Morning in Harvey on Saturday
Local time
11:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harvey, ND to Minot, ND
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
73.3 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harvey, ND
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Minot, ND
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Trip Overview
Harvey to Minot is 73.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 29 minutes via US-52, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive across the North Dakota Great Plains, a region known for its wide-open landscapes. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a quick and efficient journey. You'll be traveling entirely within North Dakota, so no state lines to worry about. With a duration under two hours and a low fuel cost, this trip is easily manageable for a single day.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 86% of the journey utilizing major roadways like US-52 and 10th Street West. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, including a longest stretch of 54.9 miles on US-52. Expect smooth sailing on well-maintained highways that allow for steady progress. The road character remains largely consistent, offering a predictable driving experience across the Great Plains.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US-52 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US-52 and 10th Street West. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 52 Business / 10th Street West.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Harvey, ND to Minot, ND is easy. At 1h 29m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 52 Business / 10th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 72.7 miles (US 2 Business; US 52 Business / Burdick Expressway East): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 52 Business / 10th Street West
Turn right onto US 52 Business / 10th Street West
Navigation decision point
3
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
US 2 Business; US 52 Business / Burdick Expressway East
Turn left onto US 2 Business; US 52 Business / Burdick Expressway East
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US-52 | 54.9 mi | 1h 6m |
| 10th Street West | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| United States Highway 52 | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| West Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Burdick Expressway East | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Burdick Expressway West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US-52
— 54.9 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harvey, ND and Minot, ND.
1
Start on Lincoln Avenue
441 ft
·
14 sec
·
Lincoln Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 52 Business
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
10th Street West
3
Continue on US 52
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
1st Street
4
Continue on US 52
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US-52
5
Continue on US 52; ND 14
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
United States Highway 52
6
Continue on US 52; ND 14
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US-52
7
Continue on US 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Street
8
Continue on US 52
21 mi
·
27 min
·
US-52
9
Turn left onto US 2 Business; US 52 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Burdick Expressway East
10
Arrive at destination
US 2 Business; US 52 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from Harvey, ND · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Halfway reset
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Harvey, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.46 one way
$22.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.58 | $25.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.11 | $28.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.18 | $32.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.26 | $4.69 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Morning in Minot on Saturday
Local time
11:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 29m 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 Harvey, ND to Minot, ND covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US-52, 10th Street West, United States Highway 52. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Harvey, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.46 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 Harvey, ND to Minot, ND is easy. At 1h 29m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 52 Business / 10th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 72.7 miles (US 2 Business; US 52 Business / Burdick Expressway East): Navigation decision point.
The route from Harvey, ND to Minot, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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