Origin
Horace, ND
Afternoon in Horace on Monday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Horace, ND to Jamestown, ND
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
95.3 mi
153 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamestown, ND
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Horace to Jamestown, you are looking at a straightforward 96.5-mile journey across the North Dakota Great Plains. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate using a combination of Main Street, Sheyenne Street South, and local routes rather than relying on major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, the drive is quite budget-friendly for a quick regional excursion. Since the entire trip takes place within the Great Plains, you can anticipate consistent terrain throughout the hour-and-a-half drive. It is a practical, no-fuss route that fits easily into a weekend schedule without requiring an overnight stay.
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
47.7 miles from Horace, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is best described as a turn-heavy local route rather than a high-speed interstate haul. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience as you navigate through local roads and town streets. You won't find long, monotonous highway stretches here, which keeps the engagement level high as you transition from Horace toward Jamestown. The personality of the road is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention on various turns and intersections. Expect a steady, hands-on pace that contrasts with the typical cruise-control experience found on major freeways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 86 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Sheyenne Street South. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 17 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Horace, ND to Jamestown, ND is easy. At 1h 38m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 17 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (CR 17; CR 6): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (CR 17; CR 6): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 17 / Main Street
Turn right onto CR 17 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CR 17; CR 6
Enter roundabout onto CR 17; CR 6
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
2.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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CR 17; CR 6
Enter roundabout onto CR 17; CR 6
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Sheyenne Street South
Enter roundabout onto Sheyenne Street South
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
92.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward Jamestown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Jamestown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 86 mi | 1h 22m |
| Sheyenne Street South | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| CR 17 | 2 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 1st Avenue South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 10th Street Southeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Business Loop East | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| 12th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 86 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horace, ND and Jamestown, ND.
1
Start on Center Avenue
40 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 17
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto CR 17; CR 6
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
CR 17; CR 6
4
Continue on CR 17; CR 6
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
CR 17; CR 6
5
Enter roundabout onto CR 17; CR 6
122 ft
·
2 sec
·
CR 17; CR 6
6
Continue on CR 17; CR 6
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
CR 17; CR 6
7
Enter roundabout onto Sheyenne Street South
122 ft
·
2 sec
·
Sheyenne Street South
8
Continue on Sheyenne Street South
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Sheyenne Street South
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I-94 West
10
Merge onto I 94; US 52
86 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 94; US 52
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Jamestown
12
Turn left onto Business Loop East
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Business Loop East
13
Continue on 12th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
12th Avenue
14
Continue on 12th Avenue
420 ft
·
6 sec
·
12th Avenue
15
Continue on 10th Street Southeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
10th Street Southeast
16
Turn right onto US 52; US 281
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue South
17
Arrive at destination
US 52; US 281
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1 hour and 31 minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily manage the entire 96.5-mile distance in one go without needing to plan for formal stops, though you should keep your $15 fuel budget in mind before you head out. Since you will be navigating local roads like Main Street and Sheyenne Street South, keep an eye on your navigation to ensure you catch every turn. The biggest advantage of this route is its simplicity, so use the extra time you save to enjoy a relaxed departure. If you prefer quieter traffic, aim to head out mid-morning to navigate the local segments with ease.
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 47.7 miles from Horace, ND, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.7 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamestown, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Horace, 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 Horace, ND
This is one driving day of about 95.3 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Horace, 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 I 94 for about 86 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.7 mi from Horace, ND · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.7 miles from Horace, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.48 one way
$28.95 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.96 | $31.91 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.17 | $42.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.57 |
| Efficient EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.34 | $6.10 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Afternoon in Jamestown 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
1 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
1h 38m 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 Horace, ND to Jamestown, ND covers 95.3 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, Sheyenne Street South, CR 17. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.7 miles from Horace, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.48 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 Horace, ND to Jamestown, ND is easy. At 1h 38m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 17 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (CR 17; CR 6): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.1 miles (CR 17; CR 6): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Horace, ND to Jamestown, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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