Jamestown, ND to Harvey, ND is 97.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 56 minutes via US-52, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily within the Great Plains region of North Dakota. Expect a mixed drive with a significant portion on US-52, offering a practical connection between these two communities. Given its short duration and modest fuel cost, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace. It’s a good option if you’re looking for a direct and uncomplicated journey across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.8 miles from Jamestown, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
5th Street Northwest
41.6 mi
48m
US-52
28.1 mi
32m
United States Highway 52
23 mi
26m
31st Avenue Northeast
2 mi
2m
7th Street South
1 mi
2m
19th Avenue South
0.9 mi
1m
4th Avenue South
0.4 mi
<1m
United State Highway 52
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
5th Street Northwest
— 41.6 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamestown, ND and Harvey, ND.
1
Start on US 52; US 281
0.1 mi·21 sec·1st Avenue North
2
Turn left onto US 52; US 281
42 mi·48 min·5th Street Northwest
3
Continue on US 52; US 281
0.4 mi·47 sec·4th Avenue South
4
Turn left onto 7th Street South
1.0 mi·2 min·7th Street South
5
Turn right onto 1605
0.9 mi·1 min·19th Avenue South
6
Turn left onto US 52; ND 200
23 mi·26 min·United States Highway 52
7
Turn right onto US 52
28 mi·32 min·US-52
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on US 52
0.3 mi·23 sec·United State Highway 52
9
Turn right onto US 52 Business
2.0 mi·2 min·31st Avenue Northeast
Use the right lane.
10
Turn slight right onto US 52 Business
0.1 mi·14 sec·10th Street East
11
Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue
441 ft·12 sec·Lincoln Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Lincoln Avenue
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 56-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive in Harvey with plenty of daylight for any activities. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it’s wise to ensure you have a full tank before departing Jamestown, as stops are not indicated on this route. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 41.6-mile stretch on 5th Street Northwest, to ensure you won't need to search for services. This route is easily manageable in a single day, so focus on enjoying the straightforward journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.8 miles from Jamestown, ND, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.8 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harvey, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jamestown, ND so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jamestown, ND
This is one driving day of about 97.6 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Jamestown, ND.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on 5th Street Northwest for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 97.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 52; US 281 / 5th Street Northwest
Turn left onto US 52; US 281 / 5th Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
4
42.1 mi into trip|~49m in|7th Street South
Turn left onto 7th Street South
Navigation decision point
5
67 mi into trip|~1h 20m in|US 52 / US-52
Turn right onto US 52 / US-52
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
95.3 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|US 52 Business / 31st Avenue Northeast
Turn right onto US 52 Business / 31st Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
97.5 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|Lincoln Avenue
Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.26 one way
$30.52 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.75
$33.51
premium
$4.89
$18.78
$37.56
diesel
$5.61
$21.55
$43.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.3
0
$10.25
$4.68
Efficient EV
24.4
0
$8.54
$3.90
EV Truck/SUV
39
0
$13.66
$6.25
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jamestown, ND
Evening
in Jamestown on Saturday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Harvey, ND
Evening
in Harvey on Saturday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Munster, ND
49 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
1h 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 97.6-mile journey offers a mixed driving experience, with 53% of it utilizing highway roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.6 miles on 5th Street Northwest, indicating some consistent driving segments. The route largely follows US-52, which generally provides a smooth and predictable drive across the North Dakota landscape. While not overly technical, the road does shift between highway speeds and potentially slower local road conditions as you approach and depart your destinations. Overall, expect a practical and largely uncomplicated drive on well-maintained roads.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.6 mi on 5th Street Northwest.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 0.1 miles in near US 52; US 281 / 5th Street Northwest.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jamestown, ND to Harvey, ND is easy. At 1h 56m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 52; US 281 / 5th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 42.1 miles (7th Street South): Navigation decision point; at 67 miles (US 52 / US-52): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 97.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 41.6 miles on 5th Street Northwest. 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 0.1 miles (US 52; US 281 / 5th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 42.1 miles (7th Street South): Navigation decision point; at 67 miles (US 52 / US-52): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Harvey, ND before heading back.
