Origin
Manitou, ND
Late night in Manitou on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
25°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manitou, ND to Coulee, 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
1h 15m
Distance
48.9 mi
79 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manitou, ND
Tom Fisk
Coulee, ND
JacLou- DL
Trip Overview
Manitou to Coulee is 48.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via State Highway 8 and US 2, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Great Plains region of North Dakota, offering a straightforward journey. It's a practical choice if you're looking for a quick connection between these two points without a significant time commitment. Consider this drive for its simplicity and efficiency, especially if you're already in the area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 8 | 16.2 mi | 24m |
| US 2 | 12 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 50 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| 78th Street Northwest | 8 mi | 14m |
| 93rd Avenue Northwest | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 6th Avenue Southeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 8
— 16.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manitou, ND and Coulee, ND.
1
Start on 93rd Avenue Northwest
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
93rd Avenue Northwest
2
Turn left onto US 2
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 2
3
Turn left onto ND 8
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
State Highway 8
4
Continue on ND 8
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
6th Avenue Southeast
5
Turn right onto ND 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on ND 8
16 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 8
7
Turn right onto ND 50
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
78th Street Northwest
8
Continue on State Highway 50
10 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 50
9
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Washington Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
Washington Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Manitou, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 13.3 and 48.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
13.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
ND 8 / State Highway 8
Turn left onto ND 8 / State Highway 8
Navigation decision point
4
14.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
ND 8 / Main Street
Turn right onto ND 8 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
30.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
ND 50 / 78th Street Northwest
Turn right onto ND 50 / 78th Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
3
48.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Washington Avenue
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.64 one way
$15.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.39 | $16.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.41 | $18.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Coulee, ND
Late night in Coulee on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
23°F
Stanley, ND
24 mi in
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
18 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 15m 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 route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 78% of the journey taking place on main roads like State Highway 8 and US 2. You'll experience a consistent driving feel for much of the trip, including one uninterrupted stretch of 16.2 miles on State Highway 8. Expect a mix of state and federal highways, providing a generally smooth and direct experience. The character of the road remains fairly constant, making it easy to maintain a steady pace.
78% 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: 16.2 mi on State Highway 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 8 and US 2. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in near ND 8 / State Highway 8.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Manitou, ND to Coulee, ND is easy. At 1h 15m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.3 miles (ND 8 / State Highway 8): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (ND 8 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.7 miles (ND 50 / 78th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 48.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.2 miles on State Highway 8. 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 13.3 miles (ND 8 / State Highway 8): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (ND 8 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.7 miles (ND 50 / 78th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coulee, 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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