Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunn Center, ND
Brett Sayles
Dodge, ND
Alwin Johnson
Dunn Center to Dodge is 21.8 miles and takes about 26 minutes via State Highway 200, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a very short, direct trip that stays within the Great Plains region of North Dakota. You'll primarily be on State Highway 200, making it a straightforward drive. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transit or as a short segment within a larger journey. Plan for minimal time on the road and maximum time at your destination.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 200 | 19.7 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 8 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Central Avenue North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 1st Street East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dunn Center, ND and Dodge, ND.
Start on 1st Street East
Turn left onto Central Avenue North
Turn left onto ND 200
Continue on ND 8; ND 200
Turn straight onto ND 200
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Central Avenue North
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto ND 200 / State Highway 200
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.62 one way
$7.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
| premium | $5.18 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Afternoon in Dunn Center on Wednesday
Local time
1:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Dodge on Wednesday
Local time
1:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 route is a highway-focused drive, with 99% of it being on major roadways. You'll spend almost the entire 26 minutes on State Highway 200, which offers a consistent driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.7 miles on this highway. Expect a smooth, uncomplicated journey with few turns or changes in road type. This is the kind of drive where you can set your cruise control and enjoy the open road.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 200 and State Highway 8. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Avenue North.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dunn Center, ND to Dodge, ND is easy. At 26m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (ND 200 / State Highway 200): Navigation decision point; at 21.8 miles (2nd Avenue South): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
200 ft
Total Descent
383 ft
Highest Point
2,231 ft
~6.2 mi in
Elevation Range
231 ft
Founded 1914
Founded 1915
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 21.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). 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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