Minot to Vernon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

820.8 miles 1320.9 km · straight line
984.9 miles estimated 1585.1 km · driving distance
19h 49min estimated drive time
$95 - $117 estimated fuel cost
~2h 9min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Minot from Vernon?

The distance from Minot to Vernon is 820.8 miles (1320.9 km) as the crow flies. Vernon is located WNW of Minot. By car, the driving distance is approximately 984.9 miles, taking about 19h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 9min. Minot is in North Dakota, United States, while Vernon 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 Minot and Vernon. 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 Minot to Vernon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 49min $95 - $117 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 47min $79–$148* Budget
Train ~25h 46min $118–$345* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Minot & Vernon

Quick Facts

Minot
48.23°N, 101.30°W
America/Chicago
494m elevation
Vernon
50.27°N, 119.27°W
America/Vancouver
383m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 274 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 68 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 30.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients