Bismarck to Grand Junction: Road Trip Guide & Distance

663.1 miles 1067.2 km · straight line
795.7 miles estimated 1280.6 km · driving distance
16h 0min estimated drive time
$77 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Bismarck from Grand Junction?

The distance from Bismarck to Grand Junction is 663.1 miles (1067.2 km) as the crow flies. Grand Junction is located SW of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 795.7 miles, taking about 16h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Grand Junction in Colorado.

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 Bismarck and Grand Junction. 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 Grand Junction

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 0min $77 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 12min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~20h 48min $95–$278* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bismarck & Grand Junction

Quick Facts

Bismarck
46.81°N, 100.78°W
America/Chicago
514m elevation
Grand Junction
39.06°N, 108.55°W
America/Denver
1400m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 221 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients