Bismarck to Dickinson, North Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

94.9 miles 152.8 km · straight line
118.7 miles estimated 191 km · driving distance
2h 23min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
274° W bearing direction

How far is Bismarck from Dickinson, North Dakota?

The distance from Bismarck to Dickinson, North Dakota is 94.9 miles (152.8 km) as the crow flies. Dickinson, North Dakota is located W of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118.7 miles, taking about 2h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bismarck and Dickinson, North Dakota. 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.

How to Get from Bismarck to Dickinson, North Dakota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 23min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 52min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 16min $14–$42* Comfort

Quick Facts

Bismarck
46.81°N, 100.78°W
America/Chicago
514m elevation
Dickinson, North Dakota
46.88°N, 102.79°W
America/Denver
735m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 262.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients