Origin
Washburn, ND
Morning in Washburn on Friday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Washburn, ND to Devils Lake, ND
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
166.8 mi
268 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Washburn, ND
Philipp Schwarz
Devils Lake, ND
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Trip Overview
The drive from Washburn, ND to Devils Lake, ND covers 166.8 miles and takes about 3h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 200, State Highway 19, State Highway 3 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.3 miles on State Highway 200. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.08 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
83.4 miles from Washburn, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 166.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 20m highway drive covering 166.8 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 200 and State Highway 19. The longest continuous stretch is about 56.3 miles on State Highway 200.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 200 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 200 and State Highway 19. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near ND 200 ALT / State Highway 200 Alternate.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (ND 200 ALT / State Highway 200 Alternate): Navigation decision point; at 68.9 miles (ND 3 / State Highway 3): Navigation decision point; at 92 miles (ND 3 / State Highway 3): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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ND 200 ALT / State Highway 200 Alternate
At end of road, turn right onto ND 200 ALT / State Highway 200 Alternate
Navigation decision point
4
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
ND 3 / State Highway 3
Turn left onto ND 3 / State Highway 3
Navigation decision point
6
92 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
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ND 3 / State Highway 3
Turn right onto ND 3 / State Highway 3
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
146.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
|
ND 19 / State Highway 19
Turn right onto ND 19 / State Highway 19
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
166.7 mi into trip
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~3h 20m in
|
ND 20 / College Drive North
At end of road, turn left onto ND 20 / College Drive North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 200 | 56.3 mi | 1h 6m |
| State Highway 19 | 53.5 mi | 1h 2m |
| State Highway 3 | 38.6 mi | 46m |
| State Highway 200 Alternate | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| US 281 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| United States Highway 52 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Avenue A West | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 200
— 56.3 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washburn, ND and Devils Lake, ND.
1
Start on Main Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto ND 200 ALT
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 200 Alternate
3
Continue on ND 200
30 mi
·
34 min
·
State Highway 200
4
Continue on ND 200
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Avenue A West
5
Continue on ND 200
27 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 200
6
Turn left onto ND 3
21 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 3
7
Turn left onto US 52; ND 3
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
United States Highway 52
8
Turn right onto ND 3
18 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 3
Use the right lane.
9
Turn right onto ND 19
8.5 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 19
10
Continue on ND 19
25 mi
·
29 min
·
State Highway 19
11
Turn left onto US 281; ND 19
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 281; ND 19
12
Turn right onto ND 19
20 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 19
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on ND 19
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
4th Street Northwest
14
At end of road, turn left onto ND 20
365 ft
·
10 sec
·
College Drive North
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
ND 20
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 83.4 miles from Washburn, ND, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.3 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 37 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.4 miles or 1h 41m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Devils Lake, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Washburn, ND so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Washburn, ND
This is one driving day of about 166.8 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Washburn, 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 200 for about 56.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.4 mi from Washburn, ND · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.4 miles from Washburn, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Devils Lake, ND
The final approach into Devils Lake, 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 Devils Lake, 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
$26.08 one way
$52.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.63 | $57.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.10 | $64.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.83 | $73.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50 | 0 | $17.51 | $8.01 |
| Efficient EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.60 | $6.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.35 | $10.68 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Devils Lake, ND
Morning in Devils Lake on Friday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Harvey, ND
83 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
8 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 20m 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 Washburn, ND to Devils Lake, ND covers 166.8 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 200, State Highway 19, State Highway 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.4 miles from Washburn, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.08 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (ND 200 ALT / State Highway 200 Alternate): Navigation decision point; at 68.9 miles (ND 3 / State Highway 3): Navigation decision point; at 92 miles (ND 3 / State Highway 3): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Washburn, ND to Devils Lake, ND does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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