Detroit to Fargo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Detroit from Fargo?

The distance from Detroit to Fargo is 744.2 miles (1197.6 km) as the crow flies. Fargo is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 924 miles, taking about 17h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 0min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Fargo in North Dakota.

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. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Detroit and Fargo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.