Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
43.1 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buford, ND
Ali Ahmad DANESH
Epping, ND
Stefan Liening
Buford, ND to Epping, ND is 43.1 miles and takes about 1 hour via State Highway 1804, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Great Plains region of North Dakota, offering a straightforward trip between two points. Given its brief duration and the modest fuel cost, it's an easy addition to a larger itinerary or a quick transit for those already in the area. You'll likely find this route to be a practical connection rather than a destination in itself.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 1804 | 15.3 mi | 20m |
| 57th Street Northwest | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Dakota Parkway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| 2nd Avenue | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| 58th Street Northwest | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Theodore Roosevelt Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| 57th Lane Northwest | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| 123rd Drive Northwest | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Buford, ND and Epping, ND.
Start on ND 1804
Turn right onto US 2; ND 1804
Continue on US 2
Continue on US 2
Turn right onto US 85B; CR 6
Turn slight left onto CR 6
At end of road, turn right onto CR 6
Continue on CR 6
Turn left onto CR 42
Continue on CR 42
Continue on CR 42
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Buford, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.3 and 43.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 2; ND 1804 / Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 85B; CR 6 / 57th Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto CR 6 / 57th Lane Northwest
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 42 / 123rd Drive Northwest
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$7.19 one way
$14.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.81 | $15.63 |
| premium | $5.26 | $8.92 | $17.85 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $10.48 | $20.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Buford on Saturday
Local time
10:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Epping on Saturday
Local time
10:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This 43.1-mile drive includes 54% highway driving, meaning you'll spend about 23 miles on higher-speed roads before transitioning to surface streets. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 15.3 miles on State Highway 1804. Expect a mix of cruising speeds, with a noticeable shift in the driving environment as you move from the highway portion to the surface roads closer to Epping.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 15.3 miles in near US 2; ND 1804 / Theodore Roosevelt Expressway.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Buford, ND to Epping, ND is easy. At 1h with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.3 miles (US 2; ND 1804 / Theodore Roosevelt Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.5 miles (US 85B; CR 6 / 57th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 36.3 miles (CR 6 / 57th Lane Northwest): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
646 ft
Total Descent
387 ft
Highest Point
2,216 ft
~43.1 mi in
Elevation Range
343 ft
Founded 1905
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 43.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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