Bismarck to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Wausau?

The distance from Bismarck to Wausau is 551 miles (886.7 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located E of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 661.1 miles, taking about 13h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Wausau 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 Wausau. 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.