Oakes, ND Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Oakes, ND works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 234 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Oakes, ND head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
366.3 mi
Watford City, ND
Quickest Drive
1h 37m
Wahpeton, ND
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Trips from Oakes, ND
Driving from Oakes, ND
The typical drive from Oakes, ND covers about 234 miles and takes around 4h 10m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 366 miles (6h 19m), while the shortest is just 79 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Oakes, ND include Watford City, ND (366.3 mi, 6h 19m), Dickinson, ND (282.4 mi, 4h 45m), Minot, ND (255.7 mi, 5h 1m), Bismarck, ND (185.3 mi, 3h 11m), and Wahpeton, ND (78.8 mi, 1h 37m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in ND currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 234-mile trip from Oakes, ND, budget about $35 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Oakes, ND and 0 routes heading into Oakes, ND, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 79 to 366 miles.
The longest mapped route from Oakes, ND covers 366 miles and takes approximately 6h 19m. Shorter options start at just 79 miles.
The average route from Oakes, ND runs about 234 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 10m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 234-mile trip from Oakes, ND costs roughly $35 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Oakes, ND include Watford City, ND, Dickinson, ND, Minot, ND and Bismarck, ND. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Oakes, ND by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
2,046
Median Income
$64,750
Median Home Value
$160,100
Median Age
38.9
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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