Origin
Martin, ND
Morning in Martin on Friday
Local time
11:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martin, ND
Pham Ngoc Anh
Pickardville, ND
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Martin, ND to Pickardville, ND is 50.4 miles and takes about 1 hour via State Highway 14, State Highway 200, and US-52, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route covers a short distance across the Great Plains region of North Dakota. Given its highway-focused profile and brief duration, it's a straightforward trip suitable for a quick journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B. Consider this if you need a simple, low-stress drive with minimal time commitment.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 50.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the 50.4 miles spent on major roads like State Highway 14, State Highway 200, and US-52. You'll experience long stretches of open highway, with the longest uninterrupted segment being 27.6 miles on State Highway 14. The road offers a consistent driving experience, characterized by smooth pavement and relatively straight paths typical of the Great Plains. Expect a steady pace with minimal traffic, allowing for a relaxed journey on these primary arteries.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 14 and State Highway 200. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 2nd Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Martin, ND to Pickardville, ND is easy. At 1h with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Herr Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 52 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Herr Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 52 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto ND 14 / State Highway 14
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto ND 200 / State Highway 200
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 14 | 27.6 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 200 | 15 mi | 18m |
| US-52 | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Avenue A East | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Herr Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ballman Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Martin, ND and Pickardville, ND.
Start on Ballman Avenue
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Turn right onto Herr Avenue
Turn left onto US 52
Continue on US 52
Turn left onto ND 14
Turn right onto ND 200
Continue on ND 200
Continue on ND 200
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Martin, ND · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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.
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Martin, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Pickardville, 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.
Regular Gas
$7.88 one way
$15.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.65 | $17.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.70 | $19.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Martin on Friday
Local time
11:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Pickardville on Friday
Local time
11:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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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