Trip from Minot, ND to Fort Totten, ND

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

134.4 mi

216 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 29m ★

6 AM

2h 40m

8 AM

3h 1m

10 AM

2h 47m

12 PM

2h 45m

3 PM

2h 48m

5 PM

3h 0m

8 PM

2h 33m

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

If you are looking to traverse the Great Plains of North Dakota, the 134.4-mile trip from Minot to Fort Totten is a straightforward journey that takes approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is manageable without needing an overnight stop. You can expect to spend roughly $20 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable trek across the state. By primarily utilizing US-2 E, you stay on a consistent path that connects these two areas efficiently. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, the direct nature of this drive allows for a flexible schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

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

Midpoint

67.2 miles from Minot, ND

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

Drive Character

This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 76% of your time spent on major routes like US-2. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the road, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 63.1 miles on US-2 E. While the path remains consistent, you should anticipate a transition from the highway toward local roads like 57th Street North as you approach your destination. The experience behind the wheel is characterized by long, open stretches that define the North Dakota landscape. It is a practical drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over complex navigation.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US-2 is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Minot, ND to Fort Totten, ND is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Minot, ND to Fort Totten, ND is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US-2	Unavailable	Refreshing
US-2 E	Unavailable	Refreshing
4th Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
57th Street North	Unavailable	Refreshing
62nd Street Northeast	Unavailable	Refreshing
Highway 20	Unavailable	Refreshing
Highway 57	Unavailable	Refreshing
3rd Avenue North	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: US-2 — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Burdick Expressway West

3.4 mi · 7 min · Burdick Expressway West

2

Continue on US-2 Business

0.1 mi · 22 sec · US-2 Business

3

Turn left onto US-2 E

5.8 mi · 6 min · US-2 E

4

Continue on 4th Avenue

4.0 mi · 4 min · 4th Avenue

5

Continue on 57th Street North

22 mi · 24 min · 57th Street North

6

Continue on 62nd Street Northeast

6.1 mi · 6 min · 62nd Street Northeast

7

Continue on US-2 E

57 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US-2 E

8

Continue straight

23 mi · 25 min

9

Turn right onto State Highway 20

5.0 mi · 7 min · State Highway 20

10

Continue on State Highway 57

7.0 mi · 9 min · State Highway 57

11

Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North

0.6 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue North

12

Turn left onto Ephriam Hill Road

492 ft · 19 sec · Ephriam Hill Road

13

Turn left onto 2nd Avenue North

148 ft · 6 sec · 2nd Avenue North

14

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to take advantage of daylight hours, as open plains driving is generally more comfortable when visibility is high. Since this trip spans 134.4 miles, budget for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the route is designed with a single stop in mind. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Minot to ensure you are covered for the estimated $20 expenditure. Because the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace to suit your personal schedule. A helpful tip for this specific route is to maintain a consistent speed on the long 63.1-mile stretch of US-2 E to keep your fuel efficiency steady.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 67.2 miles from Minot, ND, or about 1h 19m into the drive.

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 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 67.2 miles or 1h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 10m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Totten, 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 134.4 miles and 2h 39m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 67.2 mi from Minot, ND · 1h 19m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rugby, ND

67 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

Devils Lake, 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 67.2 miles from Minot, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Fort Totten, ND

The final approach into Fort Totten, 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 Fort Totten, 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

$20.41 one way

$40.83 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$22.50	$45.01
premium	$4.80	$25.37	$50.74
diesel	$5.64	$29.86	$59.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	40.3	$14.11	$6.45
Efficient EV	33.6	$11.76	$5.38
EV Truck/SUV	53.8	$18.82	$8.60

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 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 4 days ago

Origin

Minot, ND

Afternoon in Minot on Monday

Local time

4:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Totten, ND

Afternoon in Fort Totten on Monday

Local time

4:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

44°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

10 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 39m 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 Fort Totten, ND covers 134.4 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US-2, US-2 E, 4th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 67.2 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 $20.41 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The drive from Minot, ND to Fort Totten, ND is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Minot, ND to Fort Totten, ND is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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

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