Bismarck to Willmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Willmar?

The distance from Bismarck to Willmar is 299.2 miles (481.5 km) as the crow flies. Willmar is located ESE of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 374 miles, taking about 7h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Willmar 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 Willmar. 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.