Grand Forks to Mandan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

195.7 miles 315 km · straight line
244.7 miles estimated 393.8 km · driving distance
4h 55min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Grand Forks from Mandan?

The distance from Grand Forks to Mandan is 195.7 miles (315 km) as the crow flies. Mandan is located WSW of Grand Forks. By car, the driving distance is approximately 244.7 miles, taking about 4h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Grand Forks and Mandan. 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 Grand Forks to Mandan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 55min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 54min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 40min $29–$86* Comfort

Quick Facts

Grand Forks
47.93°N, 97.03°W
America/Chicago
253m elevation
Mandan
46.83°N, 100.89°W
America/North_Dakota/New_Salem
502m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients