Moorhead to West Fargo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

6.2 miles 10 km · straight line
8.1 miles estimated 13 km · driving distance
10min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
271° W bearing direction

How far is Moorhead from West Fargo?

The distance from Moorhead to West Fargo is 6.2 miles (10 km) as the crow flies. West Fargo is located W of Moorhead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 8.1 miles, taking about 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States — Moorhead in Minnesota and West Fargo in North Dakota.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Moorhead and West Fargo. 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 Moorhead to West Fargo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Moorhead & West Fargo

Quick Facts

Moorhead
46.87°N, 96.77°W
America/Chicago
276m elevation
West Fargo
46.88°N, 96.90°W
America/Chicago
273m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 2 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients