Moorhead to Williston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Moorhead from Williston?

The distance from Moorhead to Williston is 331.4 miles (533.3 km) as the crow flies. Williston is located WNW of Moorhead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 397.7 miles, taking about 8h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Moorhead in Minnesota and Williston in North Dakota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Moorhead and Williston. 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.