Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
59.8 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Foxholm, ND
Ali Ahmad DANESH
Makoti, ND
Frank Chamba
This straightforward 59.8-mile drive from Foxholm to Makoti in North Dakota can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 13 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on US Highway 83 and US 52, with a portion on 247th Avenue Southwest, covering a 58% highway share. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, reflecting a relatively budget-friendly journey. This route offers a mixed drive experience through the expansive Great Plains region, ideal for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay. Plan your departure to maximize daylight, as there are no designated stops on this particular path.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 247th Avenue Southwest | 23 mi | 26m |
| US 52 | 18 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 83 | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| State Highway 23 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 338th Street Southwest | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Broadway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 83 Byp | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Foxholm, ND and Makoti, ND.
Start on this road
Turn left onto US 52
Take the exit onto US 83 Byp
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83 Byp
Merge onto US 83
Continue on US 83
Continue on US 83
Turn right onto ND 23
Continue on ND 23
Continue on ND 23
Turn left onto 338th Street Southwest
Continue on Ward Street
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
Turn right onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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.
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 0.1 and 59.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 52
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 83 Byp toward US 83: Air Base, Bismarck
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83 Byp
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$9.94 one way
$19.88 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.83 | $21.66 |
| premium | $5.18 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $12.60 | $25.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Afternoon in Foxholm on Wednesday
Local time
2:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Makoti on Wednesday
Local time
2:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Cloudy
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.
Expect a mixed driving experience on this 59.8-mile journey through North Dakota's Great Plains. With 58% of the route on highways, you'll encounter some faster-paced travel, but the inclusion of 247th Avenue Southwest adds a different character. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 23 miles on this local road, which might offer a more varied driving feel compared to the main highways. This blend means you get a taste of both efficient travel and potentially more open, less-trafficked segments as you transition between US 52, US Highway 83, and the avenue.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 52.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 13m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 52): Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (US 83 Byp): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles (US 83 Byp): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
613 ft
Total Descent
188 ft
Highest Point
2,161 ft
~34.1 mi in
Elevation Range
578 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Foxholm, ND to Makoti, ND, road signs begin pointing toward Bismarck along the way.
Bismarck
Founded 1911
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 59.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). 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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