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West Fargo, ND
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9:58 AM
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Trip from West Fargo, ND to Park River, ND
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
139.8 mi
225 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
19 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Fargo, ND
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Park River, ND
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Fargo, ND to Park River, ND covers 139.8 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 29, State Highway 17, East 12th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 110.3 miles on I 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.86 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.
Midpoint
69.9 miles from West Fargo, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 139.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 27m highway drive covering 139.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 29 and State Highway 17. The longest continuous stretch is about 110.3 miles on I 29.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and State Highway 17. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 1st Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Fargo, ND to Park River, ND is easy. At 2h 27m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (I 94 Business; US 10 / Main Avenue East): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (I 29; US 81): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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1st Street
Turn left onto 1st Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 94 Business; US 10 / Main Avenue East
Turn right onto I 94 Business; US 10 / Main Avenue East
Navigation decision point
3
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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I 29; US 81
Merge onto I 29; US 81
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
113.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward ND 17: Grafton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 176
Toward ND 17: Grafton
4
113.7 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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ND 17 / State Highway 17
Turn left onto ND 17 / State Highway 17
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 110.3 mi | 1h 46m |
| State Highway 17 | 22 mi | 25m |
| East 12th Street | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Main Avenue East | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Park Street East | 1 mi | 2m |
| 1st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 110.3 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Fargo, ND and Park River, ND.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue West
126 ft
·
11 sec
·
2nd Avenue West
2
Turn left onto 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
1st Street
3
Turn right onto I 94 Business; US 10
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Avenue East
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
5
Merge onto I 29; US 81
110 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
I 29; US 81
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 176
Toward ND 17: Grafton
7
Turn left onto ND 17
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 17
8
Continue on ND 17
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
East 12th Street
9
Continue on ND 17
14 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 17
10
Continue on ND 17
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Park Street East
11
Turn right
139 ft
·
10 sec
12
Arrive at destination
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 69.9 miles from West Fargo, ND, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.3 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 31 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.9 miles or 1h 10m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Park River, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Fargo, 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 West Fargo, ND
This is one driving day of about 139.8 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from West Fargo, ND.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 29 for about 110.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.9 mi from West Fargo, ND · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.9 miles from West Fargo, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.3 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
$21.86 one way
$43.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.00 | $47.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.90 | $53.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.87 | $61.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
19 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Scheels - Tesla Supercharger
Fargo, ND
Tesla
12 DCFC
Casey's General Store - Tesla Supercharger
Fargo, ND
Tesla
8 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Grand Forks, ND
Tesla
8 DCFC
Menards West Fargo 3036 (West Fargo, ND)
West Fargo, ND
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Columbia Junction (Grand Forks, ND)
Grand Forks, ND
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Luther Family Ford (DCFC)
Fargo, ND
Blink Network
4 DCFC
Flying J 685
Fargo, ND
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Flying J 489
Grand Forks, ND
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 7
Tesla: 3
Electrify America: 2
EV Connect: 2
eVgo Network: 2
ZEFNET: 1
Blink Network: 1
Non-Networked: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.68 | $6.71 |
| Efficient EV | 35 | 0 | $12.23 | $5.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.9 | 0 | $19.57 | $8.95 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Park River, ND
Morning in Park River on Friday
Local time
9:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Buxton, ND
70 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
27 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
2h 27m 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 West Fargo, ND to Park River, ND covers 139.8 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 29, State Highway 17, East 12th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.9 miles from West Fargo, ND. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.86 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 West Fargo, ND to Park River, ND is easy. At 2h 27m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (I 94 Business; US 10 / Main Avenue East): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (I 29; US 81): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from West Fargo, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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