Bismarck to Sheridan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

328.1 miles 528 km · straight line
393.7 miles estimated 633.6 km · driving distance
7h 55min estimated drive time
$38 - $47 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bismarck from Sheridan?

The distance from Bismarck to Sheridan is 328.1 miles (528 km) as the crow flies. Sheridan is located WSW of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 393.7 miles, taking about 7h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Sheridan in Wyoming.

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. 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 Sheridan. 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 Sheridan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 55min $38 - $47 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 30min $31–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 31min $47–$138* Comfort

Quick Facts

Bismarck
46.81°N, 100.78°W
America/Chicago
514m elevation
Sheridan
44.80°N, 106.96°W
America/Denver
1141m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 109 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 75.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients