Omaha to Williston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Omaha from Williston?

The distance from Omaha to Williston is 606.8 miles (976.6 km) as the crow flies. Williston is located NW of Omaha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 833.7 miles, taking about 14h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Omaha in Nebraska and Williston in North Dakota.

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. 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 Omaha and Williston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.