Appleton to Bismarck: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Appleton from Bismarck?

The distance from Appleton to Bismarck is 623.2 miles (1002.9 km) as the crow flies. Bismarck is located WNW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 747.8 miles, taking about 15h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton 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.