Grand Forks to Surrey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Grand Forks from Surrey?

The distance from Grand Forks to Surrey is 1177.6 miles (1895.1 km) as the crow flies. Surrey is located WNW of Grand Forks. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1413.1 miles, taking about 28h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 52min. Grand Forks is in North Dakota, United States, while Surrey is in British Columbia, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Grand Forks and Surrey. 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.