Origin
Minot, ND
Morning in Minot on Saturday
Local time
10:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
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Trip from Minot, ND to Park River, ND
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 43m
Distance
185.3 mi
298 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 31m
★
6 AM
3h 43m
8 AM
4h 9m
10 AM
3h 52m
12 PM
3h 50m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 7m
8 PM
3h 36m
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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Park River, ND
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Trip Overview
The drive from Minot, ND to Park River, ND covers 185.3 miles and takes about 3h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 17, 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 103.9 miles on State Highway 17. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.97 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.6 miles from Minot, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 185.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 43m highway drive covering 185.3 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 17 and US-2 E. The longest continuous stretch is about 103.9 miles on State Highway 17.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 103.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 17 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.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Minot, ND to Park River, ND is easy. At 3h 43m with 81% 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 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
63 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
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28th Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto 28th Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
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66th Street Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto 66th Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
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ND 3 / State Highway 3
At end of road, turn left onto ND 3 / State Highway 3
Navigation decision point
6
74.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
ND 17 / State Highway 17
Turn right onto ND 17 / State Highway 17
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
185.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 17 | 103.9 mi | 2h 1m |
| US-2 E | 27.6 mi | 30m |
| 57th Street North | 21.7 mi | 24m |
| State Highway 3 | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| 62nd Street Northeast | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| State Highway 20 | 5 mi | 5m |
| 4th Avenue | 4 mi | 4m |
| Burdick Expressway West | 3.4 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 17
— 103.9 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minot, ND and Park River, ND.
1
Start on US 2 Business; US 52 Business
3.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Burdick Expressway West
2
Continue on US 2 Business
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
US-2 Business
3
Turn left onto US 2
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US-2 E
4
Continue on US 2
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
4th Avenue
5
Continue on US 2
22 mi
·
24 min
·
57th Street North
6
Continue on US 2
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
62nd Street Northeast
7
Continue on US 2; ND 14
22 mi
·
23 min
·
US-2 E
8
Turn left onto 28th Avenue Northeast
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
28th Avenue Northeast
9
At end of road, turn right onto 66th Street Northeast
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
66th Street Northeast
10
Continue on 1st Street Northwest
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
1st Street Northwest
11
At end of road, turn left onto ND 3
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 3
12
Turn right onto ND 17
38 mi
·
44 min
·
State Highway 17
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on ND 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
9th Street
14
Continue on ND 17
14 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 17
15
Turn right onto ND 20; ND 17
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 20
16
Turn left onto ND 17
20 mi
·
22 min
·
State Highway 17
17
Continue on ND 17
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Avenue
18
Continue on ND 17
32 mi
·
36 min
·
State Highway 17
19
Continue on ND 17
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street West
20
Turn left
139 ft
·
10 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.6 miles from Minot, ND, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.9 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 41 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.6 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Park River, 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.
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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 185.3 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 17 for about 103.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.6 mi from Minot, ND · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.6 miles from Minot, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before State Highway 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.9 miles.
Arriving in Park River, ND
The final approach into Park River, 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 Park River, ND.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.97 one way
$57.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.81 | $63.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.66 | $71.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.91 | $81.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.46 | $8.89 |
| Efficient EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.21 | $7.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.1 | 0 | $25.94 | $11.86 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Park River, ND
Morning in Park River on Saturday
Local time
10:57 AM
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
28 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
3h 43m 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 Park River, ND covers 185.3 miles and takes about 3h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 17, 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 92.6 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 $28.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 Park River, ND is easy. At 3h 43m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
The route from Minot, ND to Park River, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
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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