North Dakota road trips
Best Road Trips in North Dakota
20 popular North Dakota drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.20/gal.
Our North Dakota road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between North Dakota metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.20/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.20/gal North Dakota regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major North Dakota origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Atlanta → Bismarck
The headline North Dakota road trip — 1468 miles, about 23.7 hours of driving and roughly $168 in gas at $3.20/gal.
More top North Dakota drives (19)
New York → Fargo
1426 mi · ~23.0 h · ~$163 gas
Open tripAtlanta → Fargo
1316 mi · ~21.2 h · ~$150 gas
Open tripChicago → Bismarck
864 mi · ~13.9 h · ~$99 gas
Open tripMadison → Bismarck
723 mi · ~11.7 h · ~$83 gas
Open tripGrand Rapids → Fargo
716 mi · ~11.5 h · ~$82 gas
Open tripChicago → Fargo
671 mi · ~10.8 h · ~$77 gas
Open tripKansas City → Fargo
648 mi · ~10.5 h · ~$74 gas
Open tripMilwaukee → Fargo
600 mi · ~9.7 h · ~$69 gas
Open tripDes Moines → Bismarck
596 mi · ~9.6 h · ~$68 gas
Open tripLincoln → Bismarck
545 mi · ~8.8 h · ~$62 gas
Open tripOmaha → Bismarck
534 mi · ~8.6 h · ~$61 gas
Open tripMadison → Fargo
527 mi · ~8.5 h · ~$60 gas
Open tripLincoln → Fargo
495 mi · ~8.0 h · ~$57 gas
Open tripDes Moines → Fargo
469 mi · ~7.6 h · ~$54 gas
Open tripSt. Paul → Bismarck
462 mi · ~7.5 h · ~$53 gas
Open tripOmaha → Fargo
461 mi · ~7.4 h · ~$53 gas
Open tripMinneapolis → Bismarck
451 mi · ~7.3 h · ~$52 gas
Open tripSt. Paul → Fargo
262 mi · ~4.2 h · ~$30 gas
Open tripMinneapolis → Fargo
253 mi · ~4.1 h · ~$29 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in North Dakota
Top North Dakota road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.20/gal.
Cheapest North Dakota road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from North Dakota.
Long-distance road trips from North Dakota
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near North Dakota — South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska.
Gas prices in North Dakota
Estimated regular at $3.20/gal · premium $3.85 · diesel $3.60.
Best vehicles for North Dakota drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in North Dakota
Daily driving cost estimates for major North Dakota-area cities.
EV vs gas in North Dakota
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for North Dakota trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a North Dakota road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of North Dakota. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a North Dakota road trip cost in fuel?
At North Dakota's estimated $3.20/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $11.43 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is North Dakota EV-friendly for road trips?
North Dakota has more limited fast-charging coverage outside major cities. For an EV trip, plan stops carefully and consider hybrid alternatives.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.