Origin
Minot, ND
Afternoon in Minot on Tuesday
Local time
2:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minot, ND to Makoti, ND
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
54m
Distance
43.1 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
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6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 51m
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 Makoti, ND covers 43.1 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 247th Avenue Southwest, US Highway 83, South Broadway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23 miles on 247th Avenue Southwest. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.74 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
21.5 miles from Minot, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Minot, ND to Makoti, ND covers 43.1 miles and takes about 54m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
247th Avenue Southwest is the longest continuous segment at about 23 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Minot, ND to Makoti, ND is easy. At 54m with 37% 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 17.6 miles (ND 23 / 247th Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 41.8 miles (338th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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US 83 / South Broadway
Turn right onto US 83 / South Broadway
Navigation decision point
4
17.6 mi into trip
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~23m in
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ND 23 / 247th Avenue Southwest
Turn right onto ND 23 / 247th Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
4
41.8 mi into trip
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~50m in
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338th Street Southwest
Turn left onto 338th Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
5
42.9 mi into trip
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~53m in
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3rd Avenue
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
43 mi into trip
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~54m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 247th Avenue Southwest | 23 mi | 26m |
| US Highway 83 | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| South Broadway | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 23 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 338th Street Southwest | 1 mi | 2m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| US-83 S | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ward Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
247th Avenue Southwest
— 23 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minot, ND and Makoti, ND.
1
Start on US 2 Business; US 52 Business
74 ft
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7 sec
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Burdick Expressway West
2
Turn right onto US 83
2.7 mi
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5 min
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South Broadway
3
Continue on US 83
0.1 mi
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13 sec
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US-83 S
4
Continue on US 83
15 mi
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16 min
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US Highway 83
5
Turn right onto ND 23
9.9 mi
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11 min
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247th Avenue Southwest
6
Continue on ND 23
1.2 mi
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1 min
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State Highway 23
7
Continue on ND 23
13 mi
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14 min
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247th Avenue Southwest
8
Turn left onto 338th Street Southwest
1.0 mi
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2 min
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338th Street Southwest
9
Continue on Ward Street
0.1 mi
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21 sec
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Ward Street
10
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
0.1 mi
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35 sec
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3rd Avenue
11
Turn right onto Main Street
242 ft
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6 sec
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Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
Main Street
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 21.5 miles from Minot, ND, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23 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 43.1 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.5 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Makoti, 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 43.1 miles and 54m.
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 247th Avenue Southwest for about 23 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Minot, ND · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Minot, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Makoti, ND
The final approach into Makoti, 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 Makoti, 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
$6.74 one way
$13.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.29 | $16.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.52 | $19.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 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 | 12.9 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Makoti, ND
Afternoon in Makoti on Tuesday
Local time
2:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Garrison, ND
22 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
18 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
54m 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 Makoti, ND covers 43.1 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 247th Avenue Southwest, US Highway 83, South Broadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.5 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 $6.74 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 Makoti, ND is easy. At 54m with 37% 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 17.6 miles (ND 23 / 247th Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 41.8 miles (338th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point.
The route from Minot, ND to Makoti, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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