Ann Arbor to Bismarck: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ann Arbor from Bismarck?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Bismarck is 893.5 miles (1438 km) as the crow flies. Bismarck is located WNW of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1072.2 miles, taking about 21h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 18min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan and Bismarck in North Dakota.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor and Bismarck. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.