Origin
New Town, ND
Evening in New Town on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Town, ND to West Fargo, ND
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 49m
Distance
333.2 mi
536 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 37m
★
6 AM
5h 50m
8 AM
6h 16m
10 AM
5h 59m
12 PM
5h 56m
3 PM
6h 0m
5 PM
6h 15m
8 PM
5h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Town, ND
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West Fargo, ND
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Trip Overview
New Town, ND to West Fargo, ND is 333.2 miles and takes about 5h 49m via I 94 and US 83, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily takes you across the Great Plains region of North Dakota, offering a straightforward, highway-focused experience. With a recommended single day of travel, this route is ideal if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Expect a consistent driving pace for the majority of the journey, making it a practical option for a quick transition between locations within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
166.6 miles from New Town, ND
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 134.2 mi | 2h 7m |
| US 83 | 102.5 mi | 1h 46m |
| US-83 S | 26.1 mi | 29m |
| 247th Avenue Southwest | 25.9 mi | 29m |
| State Highway 23 | 18 mi | 22m |
| 39th Street Northwest | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| US Highway 83 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| I 94 Business | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 134.2 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Town, ND and West Fargo, ND.
1
Start on this road
327 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Central Avenue
191 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Central Avenue
3
Turn left onto Eagle Drive
268 ft
·
13 sec
·
Eagle Drive
4
Turn right onto Central Avenue
371 ft
·
21 sec
·
Central Avenue
5
Turn left onto ND 23; ND 1804
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on ND 23; ND 1804
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 23
7
Enter roundabout onto ND 23; ND 1804
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 23
8
Continue on ND 23; ND 1804
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 23
9
Continue on ND 23
12 mi
·
13 min
·
39th Street Northwest
10
Continue on ND 23
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
State Highway 23
11
Continue on ND 23
16 mi
·
18 min
·
247th Avenue Southwest
12
Continue on ND 23
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 23
13
Continue on ND 23
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
247th Avenue Southwest
14
Turn right onto US 83
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
US Highway 83
15
Continue on US 83
26 mi
·
29 min
·
US-83 S
16
Continue on US 83; ND 200; ND 1804
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 83; ND 200; ND 1804
17
Continue on US 83; ND 1804
49 mi
·
54 min
·
US 83; ND 1804
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 83; ND 1804
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Street
19
Turn left onto US 83
50 mi
·
47 min
·
US 83
Toward Fargo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 94
134 mi
·
2 hr 7 min
·
I 94
21
Take the exit onto I 94 Business
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 94 Business
Toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
22
Turn right onto 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
1st Street
23
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West
126 ft
·
5 sec
·
2nd Avenue West
24
Arrive at destination
2nd Avenue West
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 49m estimated drive time, starting your journey in New Town, ND, in the morning will allow you ample time to reach West Fargo, ND, before evening. The route has one recommended stop, which is a good opportunity to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 134.2-mile stretch on I 94, as services might be spaced out. The $52 fuel estimate is a helpful budget guide for this 333.2-mile trip across North Dakota.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 166.6 miles from New Town, ND, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 134.2 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 73 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.6 miles or 3h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Fargo, ND than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Town, ND so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Town, ND
This is one driving day of about 333.2 miles and 5h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from New Town, ND.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 134.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
167 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 166.6 miles from New Town, ND, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 134.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 333.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Central Avenue
Turn right onto West Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Eagle Drive
Turn left onto Eagle Drive
Navigation decision point
7
146.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
|
US 83
Turn left onto US 83 toward Fargo
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Fargo
5
330.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 44m in
|
I 94 Business
Take the exit onto I 94 Business toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 10, I 94 BUS: Main Avenue
5
333.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 49m in
|
2nd Avenue West
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue West
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.09 one way
$104.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $57.19 | $114.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $64.12 | $128.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $73.57 | $147.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100 | 1 | $34.99 | $15.99 |
| Efficient EV | 83.3 | 0 | $29.15 | $13.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 133.3 | 1 | $46.65 | $21.32 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
West Fargo, ND
Evening in West Fargo on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 49m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey utilizing major highways like I 94 and US 83. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 134.2 miles on I 94, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. The character of the drive is largely about efficient travel across the open Great Plains landscape. While the majority is highway, the shifts between I 94 and US 83 are generally smooth, keeping the focus on covering ground.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 134.2 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 83. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Central Avenue.
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 5h 49m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Eagle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 146.5 miles (US 83): Lane positioning matters here.
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 New Town, ND to West Fargo, ND, road signs begin pointing toward Fargo along the way.
Fargo
146.5 mi in
|
~2h 49m
|
via US 83
About the Cities
Arriving in West Fargo, ND
Full guide →West Fargo is a suburb in the Fargo/Moorhead metropolitan area. The city features a multitude of shopping and dining opportunities, as well as a number of lodging options. West Fargo's population exploded from fewer than 15,000 to more than 20,000 between 1990 and 2000, and continues to increase rapidly as Fargo and Moorhead to drive the growth of the entire metropolitan area.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 49m. Total distance: 333.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 134.2 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 (West Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Eagle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 146.5 miles (US 83): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at West Fargo, ND before the return drive.
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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