Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
37.1 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
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.
Manning, ND
Jenny Tran
Dodge, ND
Alwin Johnson
Manning to Dodge is 37.1 miles and takes about 47 minutes via State Highway 200, State Highway 22, and State Highway 8, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, straightforward drive keeps you within the vast Great Plains region of North Dakota. It's a convenient connection between two small communities, perfect for a quick transit or a brief exploration of rural North Dakota. Given the minimal distance and duration, this route offers a lot of flexibility for your schedule. You'll be on well-maintained highways for the entire trip, making for an easy journey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 200 | 26.3 mi | 31m |
| ND 22 | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 8 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Owen Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Manning, ND and Dodge, ND.
Start on Owen Street
Turn right onto ND 22
Enter roundabout onto ND 200
Continue on ND 200
Continue on ND 8; ND 200
Turn straight onto ND 200
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Manning, 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.
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto ND 22
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto ND 200 / State Highway 200
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.17 one way
$12.34 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.72 | $13.44 |
| premium | $5.18 | $7.57 | $15.14 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $7.81 | $15.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 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 | 11.1 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
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 Manning on Wednesday
Local time
1:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Dodge on Wednesday
Local time
1:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 is a 100% highway-focused drive, meaning you'll be on paved roads for the entire 37.1 miles. The journey begins on State Highway 200, where you'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 26.3 miles. Following this, you'll transition to ND 22 and then State Highway 8, offering a consistent driving experience. Expect smooth pavement and open vistas typical of highway travel in the Great Plains. The road character remains largely the same throughout, emphasizing efficiency and direct travel between your start and endpoints.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 200 and ND 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ND 22.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Manning, ND to Dodge, ND is easy. At 47m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ND 22): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (ND 200 / State Highway 200): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 37.1 miles (2nd Avenue South): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
198 ft
Total Descent
419 ft
Highest Point
2,295 ft
~2.6 mi in
Elevation Range
296 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Dunn Center, ND
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
Mine
Around the midpoint, short detour
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Dunn Center, ND
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1915
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 37.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). 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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