Bismarck to Otsego: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Otsego?

The distance from Bismarck to Otsego is 360.7 miles (580.5 km) as the crow flies. Otsego is located ESE of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 432.8 miles, taking about 8h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Otsego in Minnesota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Otsego. 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.