Origin
Galchutt, ND
Morning in Galchutt on Tuesday
Local time
9:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Galchutt, ND to Hankinson, ND
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
28.3 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Galchutt, ND
Александр Ершков
Hankinson, ND
Wallace Chuck
Trip Overview
Galchutt to Hankinson is 28.3 miles and takes about 30m via I 29 and State Highway 11, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, highway-focused drive stays within the Great Plains region of North Dakota. It's a straightforward trip, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a lot of fuss. Consider this route for a quick transit between these two points, especially if you're already on or near I 29.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 22.5 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 11 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| 71st Street Southeast | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| 6th Street Southeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 172 1/2 Avenue Southeast | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Main Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Street Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 22.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Galchutt, ND and Hankinson, ND.
1
Start on 172 1/2 Avenue Southeast
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
172 1/2 Avenue Southeast
2
Turn right onto CR 8
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
71st Street Southeast
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 29 South, US 81 South
4
Merge onto I 29; US 81
22 mi
·
21 min
·
I 29; US 81
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 8
Toward ND 11: Hankinson, Fairmount
6
Turn right onto ND 11
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 11
7
Continue on ND 11
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Street Southeast
8
Turn right onto Main Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Main Avenue South
9
Turn right onto 3rd Street Southeast
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
3rd Street Southeast
10
Arrive at destination
3rd Street Southeast
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 28.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 8 / 71st Street Southeast
Turn right onto CR 8 / 71st Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 29 South, US 81 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 29 South, US 81 South
6
24.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward ND 11: Hankinson, Fairmount
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 8
Toward ND 11: Hankinson, Fairmount
4
28.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
Main Avenue South
Turn right onto Main Avenue South
Navigation decision point
4
28.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
3rd Street Southeast
Turn right onto 3rd Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.42 one way
$8.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.86 | $9.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hankinson, ND
Morning in Hankinson on Tuesday
Local time
9:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
30m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 89% of the route utilizing major roads like I 29 and State Highway 11. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.5 miles on I 29, offering a consistent pace. The journey transitions from the interstate to local roads like 71st Street Southeast as you approach your destination. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal complexity, typical of a highway-focused profile.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.5 mi on I 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and State Highway 11. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CR 8 / 71st Street Southeast.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CR 8 / 71st Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Galchutt, ND to Hankinson, ND, road signs begin pointing toward Fairmount along the way.
Fairmount
24.2 mi in
|
~24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 28.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.5 miles on I 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ND can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (CR 8 / 71st Street Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hankinson, ND before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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