Origin
Minot, ND
Afternoon in Minot on Monday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minot, ND to Bottineau, ND
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
79.8 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
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6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Minot, ND
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Trip Overview
The drive from Minot, ND to Bottineau, ND covers 79.8 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 83, US-83 N, South Broadway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.6 miles on US 83. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.12 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
39.9 miles from Minot, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 38m highway drive covering 79.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 83 and US-83 N. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.6 miles on US 83.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 83 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 83 and US-83 N. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 83 / South Broadway.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Minot, ND to Bottineau, ND is easy. At 1h 38m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 83 / South Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 36.7 miles (US 83; ND 5): Navigation decision point; at 79.4 miles (CR 49 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 83 / South Broadway
Turn left onto US 83 / South Broadway
Navigation decision point
4
36.7 mi into trip
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~47m in
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US 83; ND 5
Turn right onto US 83; ND 5
Navigation decision point
6
79.4 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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CR 49 / Main Street
Turn left onto CR 49 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
79.8 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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5th Street East
Turn right onto 5th Street East
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 83 | 42.6 mi | 50m |
| US-83 N | 33.2 mi | 39m |
| South Broadway | 3.5 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Burdick Expressway West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 83
— 42.6 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minot, ND and Bottineau, ND.
1
Start on US 2 Business; US 52 Business
74 ft
·
8 sec
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Burdick Expressway West
2
Turn left onto US 83
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
South Broadway
3
Continue on US 83
33 mi
·
39 min
·
US-83 N
4
Turn right onto US 83; ND 5
43 mi
·
50 min
·
US 83; ND 5
5
Turn left onto CR 49
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto 5th Street East
53 ft
·
2 sec
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5th Street East
7
Arrive at destination
5th Street East
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 39.9 miles from Minot, ND, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.6 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 79.8 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.9 miles or 50m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bottineau, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Minot, 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 Minot, ND
This is one driving day of about 79.8 miles and 1h 38m.
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 US 83 for about 42.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.9 mi from Minot, ND · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 79.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.9 miles from Minot, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bottineau, ND
The final approach into Bottineau, 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 Bottineau, 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
$12.12 one way
$24.24 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.36 | $26.72 |
| premium | $4.80 | $15.06 | $30.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.38 | $3.83 |
| Efficient EV | 20 | 0 | $6.98 | $3.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.11 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Bottineau, ND
Afternoon in Bottineau on Monday
Local time
3:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
34°F
Garrison, ND
40 mi in
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
3 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 Minot, ND to Bottineau, ND covers 79.8 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 US 83, US-83 N, South Broadway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.9 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 $12.12 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 Bottineau, ND is easy. At 1h 38m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 83 / South Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 36.7 miles (US 83; ND 5): Navigation decision point; at 79.4 miles (CR 49 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Minot, ND to Bottineau, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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