Dickinson, North Dakota to Elk River: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dickinson, North Dakota from Elk River?

The distance from Dickinson, North Dakota to Elk River is 454.8 miles (732 km) as the crow flies. Elk River is located E of Dickinson, North Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 545.8 miles, taking about 10h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Dickinson, North Dakota in North Dakota and Elk River 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 Dickinson, North Dakota and Elk River. 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.