The drive from Jamestown, ND to Lisbon, ND covers 83.1 miles and takes about 1h 32m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, State Highway 1, State Highway 46 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.4 miles on I 94.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.5 miles from Jamestown, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 83.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 1h 32m highway drive covering 83.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and State Highway 1. The longest continuous stretch is about 28.4 miles on I 94.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 28.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and State Highway 1. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near I 94; US 52.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jamestown, ND to Lisbon, ND is easy. At 1h 32m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (I 94; US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 31.3 miles (ND 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.5 miles (ND 1 / State Highway 1): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
2.9 mi into trip|~4m in|I 94; US 52
Merge onto I 94; US 52
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
31.3 mi into trip|~31m in|ND 1
Take the exit onto ND 1 toward ND 1 South: Verona, Oakes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 288
Toward ND 1 South: Verona, Oakes
3
31.5 mi into trip|~31m in|ND 1 / State Highway 1
Turn right onto ND 1 / State Highway 1
Navigation decision point
5
70 mi into trip|~1h 16m in|ND 32 / State Highway 32
Turn right onto ND 32 / State Highway 32
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
83.1 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|ND 27 / 5th Avenue East
Turn left onto ND 27 / 5th Avenue East
Navigation decision point
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 Jamestown, ND to Lisbon, ND, road signs begin pointing toward Oakes along the way.
Oakes
31.3 mi in|~31m|via ND 1
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
28.4 mi
26m
State Highway 1
19.4 mi
22m
State Highway 46
19.1 mi
22m
State Highway 32
12.5 mi
14m
1st Avenue North
0.9 mi
1m
Business Loop East
0.6 mi
<1m
10th Street Southeast
0.6 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 28.4 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown, ND and Lisbon, ND.
1
Start on US 52; US 281
0.9 mi·1 min·1st Avenue North
2
Turn slight right onto 10th Street Southeast
0.6 mi·57 sec·10th Street Southeast
3
Turn straight onto 12th Avenue
0.3 mi·23 sec·12th Avenue
4
Continue on Business Loop East
0.6 mi·57 sec·Business Loop East
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto I 94; US 52
28 mi·26 min·I 94; US 52
7
Take the exit onto ND 1
0.2 mi·16 sec·ND 1
Exit 288Toward ND 1 South: Verona, Oakes
8
Turn right onto ND 1
19 mi·22 min·State Highway 1
9
Turn left onto ND 46
19 mi·22 min·State Highway 46
10
Turn right onto ND 32
13 mi·14 min·State Highway 32
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on ND 32
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
12
Turn left onto ND 27
68 ft·2 sec·5th Avenue East
13
Arrive at destination
ND 27
Trip Plan
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 41.5 miles from Jamestown, ND, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.4 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 18 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.5 miles or 43m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lisbon, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jamestown, ND so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jamestown, ND
This is one driving day of about 83.1 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Jamestown, ND.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 28.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.5 mi from Jamestown, ND
· 43m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.99 one way
$25.98 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.26
$28.53
premium
$4.89
$15.99
$31.98
diesel
$5.61
$18.35
$36.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.9
0
$8.73
$3.99
Efficient EV
20.8
0
$7.27
$3.32
EV Truck/SUV
33.2
0
$11.63
$5.32
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jamestown, ND
Morning
in Jamestown on Friday
Local time
11:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lisbon, ND
Morning
in Lisbon on Friday
Local time
11:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 32m 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 Jamestown, ND to Lisbon, ND covers 83.1 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, State Highway 1, State Highway 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.5 miles from Jamestown, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.99 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 Jamestown, ND to Lisbon, ND is easy. At 1h 32m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (I 94; US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 31.3 miles (ND 1): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.5 miles (ND 1 / State Highway 1): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Jamestown, ND to Lisbon, ND, road signs begin pointing toward Oakes along the way.
