Origin
New Town, ND
Afternoon in New Town on Monday
Local time
4:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Town, ND to Minot, ND
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
73.7 mi
119 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Town, ND
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Minot, ND
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from New Town to Minot, you are looking at a straightforward 73.8-mile trip across the North Dakota Great Plains. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 16 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. Since the route utilizes local roads like West Central Avenue, Eagle Drive, and Central Avenue rather than major interstates, it offers a more grounded experience of the local landscape. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance. Because of the relatively short duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stops or extensive travel planning, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
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
36.9 miles from New Town, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its turn-heavy, local road profile rather than the high-speed monotony of a highway grind. With 0% of the route on a highway, your focus will remain on navigating through the local landscape as you transition between these two Great Plains communities. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches of pavement here, so be prepared for a drive that requires your full attention. The road's personality is distinctly non-interstate, favoring smaller thoroughfares that keep you close to the local terrain. Expect a consistent, steady pace as you make your way through this 73.8-mile stretch.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 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 26.1 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 around 0.1 miles in near West Central Avenue.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from New Town, ND to Minot, ND is easy. At 1h 30m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Eagle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Central Avenue
Turn right onto West Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Eagle Drive
Turn left onto Eagle Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Central Avenue
Turn right onto Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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ND 23; ND 1804 / Main Street
Turn left onto ND 23; ND 1804 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
6.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
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ND 23; ND 1804 / State Highway 23
Enter roundabout onto ND 23; ND 1804 / State Highway 23
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 247th Avenue Southwest | 26.1 mi | 29m |
| State Highway 23 | 18 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 83 | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| 39th Street Northwest | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| South Broadway | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US-83 N | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
247th Avenue Southwest
— 26.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Town, ND and Minot, ND.
1
Start on this road
327 ft
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26 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto West Central Avenue
191 ft
·
13 sec
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West Central Avenue
3
Turn left onto Eagle Drive
268 ft
·
13 sec
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Eagle Drive
4
Turn right onto Central Avenue
371 ft
·
21 sec
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Central Avenue
5
Turn left onto ND 23; ND 1804
0.2 mi
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38 sec
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Main Street
6
Continue on ND 23; ND 1804
6.5 mi
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8 min
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State Highway 23
7
Enter roundabout onto ND 23; ND 1804
167 ft
·
2 sec
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State Highway 23
8
Continue on ND 23; ND 1804
10.0 mi
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11 min
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State Highway 23
9
Continue on ND 23
12 mi
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13 min
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39th Street Northwest
10
Continue on ND 23
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
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State Highway 23
11
Continue on ND 23
16 mi
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18 min
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247th Avenue Southwest
12
Continue on ND 23
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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State Highway 23
13
Continue on ND 23
10 mi
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11 min
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247th Avenue Southwest
14
Turn left onto US 83
15 mi
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16 min
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US Highway 83
15
Continue on US 83
525 ft
·
11 sec
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US-83 N
16
Continue on US 83
2.7 mi
·
5 min
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South Broadway
17
Turn left onto US 2 Business; US 52 Business
74 ft
·
2 sec
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Burdick Expressway West
18
Arrive at destination
US 2 Business; US 52 Business
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. Given that the route is entirely local, check your navigation settings before you head out to ensure you are comfortable with the turn-heavy nature of the roads. You won't need to worry about planning for major rest stops, as the duration is manageable for most drivers in one go. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind when filling up before you leave, as local refueling options may be more limited once you depart New Town. A smart tip is to double-check your route on the local Central Avenue segments before starting, as these town-specific roads can have varying speed limits.
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 36.9 miles from New Town, ND, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.1 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 73.7 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.9 miles or 45m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Minot, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Town, 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 New Town, ND
This is one driving day of about 73.7 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Town, 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 26.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.9 mi from New Town, ND · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.9 miles from New Town, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Minot, ND
The final approach into Minot, 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 Minot, 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
$11.19 one way
$22.39 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.91 | $27.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.37 | $32.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Minot, ND
Afternoon in Minot on Monday
Local time
4:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
34°F
Garrison, ND
37 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 30m 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 New Town, ND to Minot, ND covers 73.7 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 247th Avenue Southwest, State Highway 23, US Highway 83. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.9 miles from New Town, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.19 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 New Town, ND to Minot, ND is easy. At 1h 30m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Eagle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Central Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from New Town, ND to Minot, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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