Grand Forks to Watertown, South Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Grand Forks from Watertown, South Dakota?

The distance from Grand Forks to Watertown, South Dakota is 209.1 miles (336.5 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, South Dakota is located S of Grand Forks. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.3 miles, taking about 5h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Grand Forks in North Dakota and Watertown, South Dakota in South Dakota.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Grand Forks and Watertown, South Dakota. 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.