Bismarck to Manitowoc: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Manitowoc?

The distance from Bismarck to Manitowoc is 662.5 miles (1066.2 km) as the crow flies. Manitowoc is located ESE of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 795 miles, taking about 16h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Manitowoc in Wisconsin.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bismarck and Manitowoc. 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.