Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jud, ND
Ilkauri Scheer
Marion, ND
Joanna Bogacz
Jud, ND to Marion, ND is 36.2 miles and takes about 53 minutes via State Highway 46, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Great Plains region of North Dakota, offering a straightforward journey. It's a practical option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two locations. The route is primarily on state and county roads, making it a simple, no-fuss trip.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 46 | 27 mi | 31m |
| County Road 65 | 7 mi | 16m |
| County Road 61 | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| 4th Main Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 73rd Avenue Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jud, ND and Marion, ND.
Start on Central Avenue
Turn left onto 73rd Avenue Southeast
Continue on CR 65
At end of road, turn right onto ND 46
Turn right onto CR 61
Turn right onto 4th Main Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Jud, 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.
4 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 35.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto 73rd Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto ND 46 / State Highway 46
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 61 / County Road 61
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto 4th Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.02 one way
$12.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.56 | $13.11 |
| premium | $5.18 | $7.39 | $14.77 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $7.62 | $15.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Jud on Wednesday
Local time
2:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Marion on Wednesday
Local time
2:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
61°F
Ypsilanti, ND
18 mi in
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 drive is focused on highways, with 75% of the journey on paved state and county roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 27 miles on State Highway 46, providing a consistent pace. The road profile suggests a generally smooth, highway-like experience, without significant changes in terrain or road type. Expect this route to be a straightforward drive, allowing for easy navigation and a steady travel time.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 46 and County Road 65. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near 73rd Avenue Southeast.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jud, ND to Marion, ND is easy. At 53m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (73rd Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (ND 46 / State Highway 46): Navigation decision point; at 34.3 miles (CR 61 / County Road 61): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
28 ft
Total Descent
304 ft
Highest Point
1,739 ft
Elevation Range
293 ft
Founded 1904
Founded 1900
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). 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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