Bismarck to Oshkosh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

623.3 miles 1003.1 km · straight line
747.9 miles estimated 1203.7 km · driving distance
15h 3min estimated drive time
$72 - $89 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bismarck from Oshkosh?

The distance from Bismarck to Oshkosh is 623.3 miles (1003.1 km) as the crow flies. Oshkosh is located ESE of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 747.9 miles, taking about 15h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Oshkosh 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 Oshkosh. 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 Oshkosh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 3min $72 - $89 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 4min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~19h 34min $90–$262* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bismarck & Oshkosh

Quick Facts

Bismarck
46.81°N, 100.78°W
America/Chicago
514m elevation
Oshkosh
44.02°N, 88.54°W
America/Chicago
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 208 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients