Trip from Minot, ND to Belcourt, ND

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Drive Time

2h 14m

Distance

110 mi

177 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 5m ★

6 AM

2h 14m

8 AM

2h 33m

10 AM

2h 21m

12 PM

2h 19m

3 PM

2h 22m

5 PM

2h 32m

8 PM

2h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Minot, ND to Belcourt, ND covers 110 miles and takes about 2h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on State Highway 3, US-2 E, 57th Street North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.7 miles on State Highway 3. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.20 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.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

55 miles from Minot, ND

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 2h 14m highway drive covering 110 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 3 and US-2 E. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.7 miles on State Highway 3.

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.

State Highway 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 3 and US-2 E. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 63 miles in near 28th Avenue Northeast.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Minot, ND to Belcourt, ND is easy. At 2h 14m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 63 miles (28th Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 64.1 miles (66th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 64.7 miles (ND 3 / State Highway 3): 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.

63 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | 28th Avenue Northeast

Turn left onto 28th Avenue Northeast

Navigation decision point

64.1 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | 66th Street Northeast

At end of road, turn right onto 66th Street Northeast

Navigation decision point

64.7 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in | ND 3 / State Highway 3

At end of road, turn left onto ND 3 / State Highway 3

Navigation decision point

95.4 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in | US 281; ND 5

At end of road, turn right onto US 281; ND 5

Navigation decision point

110 mi into trip | ~2h 14m in | BIA 7 / 44th Avenue Northeast

Turn right onto BIA 7 / 44th Avenue Northeast

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
State Highway 3	30.7 mi	35m
US-2 E	27.6 mi	30m
57th Street North	21.7 mi	24m
US 281	14.6 mi	19m
62nd Street Northeast	6.1 mi	6m
4th Avenue	4 mi	4m
Burdick Expressway West	3.4 mi	7m
28th Avenue Northeast	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: State Highway 3 — 30.7 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Minot, ND and Belcourt, ND.

Start on US 2 Business; US 52 Business

3.4 mi · 7 min · Burdick Expressway West

Continue on US 2 Business

0.1 mi · 21 sec · US-2 Business

Turn left onto US 2

5.8 mi · 6 min · US-2 E

Continue on US 2

4.0 mi · 4 min · 4th Avenue

Continue on US 2

22 mi · 24 min · 57th Street North

Continue on US 2

6.1 mi · 6 min · 62nd Street Northeast

Continue on US 2; ND 14

22 mi · 23 min · US-2 E

Turn left onto 28th Avenue Northeast

1.1 mi · 2 min · 28th Avenue Northeast

At end of road, turn right onto 66th Street Northeast

0.4 mi · 55 sec · 66th Street Northeast

Continue on 1st Street Northwest

0.2 mi · 40 sec · 1st Street Northwest

At end of road, turn left onto ND 3

31 mi · 35 min · State Highway 3

At end of road, turn right onto US 281; ND 5

9.0 mi · 10 min · US 281; ND 5

Continue on US 281; ND 5

2.7 mi · 3 min · US 281; ND 5

Continue on US 281; ND 5

2.9 mi · 5 min · US 281; ND 5

Turn right onto BIA 7

13 ft · 0 sec · 44th Avenue Northeast

Use the right lane.

Arrive at destination

BIA 7

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 55 miles from Minot, ND, or about 1h 6m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 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 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 55 miles or 1h 6m 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 48m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belcourt, ND than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Minot, 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 Minot, ND

This is one driving day of about 110 miles and 2h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Minot, 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 State Highway 3 for about 30.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 55 mi from Minot, ND · 1h 6m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rugby, ND

55 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

Rugby, ND

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rugby, ND

Meal break

The midpoint is around 55 miles from Minot, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Belcourt, ND

The final approach into Belcourt, 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 Belcourt, 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

$17.20 one way

$34.39 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$18.88	$37.76
premium	$4.89	$21.17	$42.34
diesel	$5.61	$24.29	$48.57

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	33	$11.55	$5.28
Efficient EV	27.5	$9.63	$4.40
EV Truck/SUV	44	$15.40	$7.04

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Minot, ND

Evening in Minot on Tuesday

Local time

5:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Belcourt, ND

Evening in Belcourt on Tuesday

Local time

5:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

39°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

5 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

2h 14m 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 Minot, ND to Belcourt, ND covers 110 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are State Highway 3, US-2 E, 57th Street North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 55 miles from Minot, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.20 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 Minot, ND to Belcourt, ND is easy. At 2h 14m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The route from Minot, ND to Belcourt, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.