Mandan to Moorhead: Road Trip Guide & Distance

194.7 miles 313.3 km · straight line
243.3 miles estimated 391.6 km · driving distance
4h 54min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
88° E bearing direction

How far is Mandan from Moorhead?

The distance from Mandan to Moorhead is 194.7 miles (313.3 km) as the crow flies. Moorhead is located E of Mandan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 243.3 miles, taking about 4h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Mandan in North Dakota and Moorhead in Minnesota.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Mandan and Moorhead. 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 Mandan to Moorhead

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 54min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 53min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 39min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mandan & Moorhead

Quick Facts

Mandan
46.83°N, 100.89°W
America/North_Dakota/New_Salem
502m elevation
Moorhead
46.87°N, 96.77°W
America/Chicago
276m 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 127.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients