Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
9.1 mi
15 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trenton, ND
Tom Fisk
Buford, ND
Ali Ahmad DANESH
Trenton to Buford is 9.1 miles and takes about 12 minutes via State Highway 1804, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays entirely within North Dakota's Great Plains region. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for those looking for a quick connection between two points without a significant time commitment. It offers a straightforward drive for anyone needing to cover this specific stretch.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 1804 | 9.1 mi | 12m |
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, ND and Buford, ND.
Start on this road
Turn right onto ND 1804
Arrive at destination
1 decision points cluster around mile 0 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto ND 1804 / State Highway 1804
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.52 one way
$3.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.65 | $3.30 |
| premium | $5.26 | $1.88 | $3.77 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $2.21 | $4.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.96 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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 Trenton on Saturday
Local time
1:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Buford on Saturday
Local time
1:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Mostly Clear
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 route is entirely highway driving, with 100% of the 9.1 miles on State Highway 1804. You'll experience 9.1 miles as the longest continuous stretch on this main road. The profile is mostly highway, meaning you can expect consistent cruising speeds without frequent transitions to surface roads. Expect a rural cruising feel for the entire duration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 1804. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ND 1804 / State Highway 1804.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Trenton, ND to Buford, ND is easy. At 12m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: near the start (ND 1804 / State Highway 1804): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
98 ft
Total Descent
45 ft
Highest Point
1,960 ft
~7.8 mi in
Elevation Range
55 ft
Trenton is in Mercer County, and is the capital of New Jersey. The city's strategic location in between New York City and Philadelphia has historically contributed to its growth and significantly impacts local culture. Located on the Delaware River across from Pennsylvania, Trenton is the only accessible capital city in the United States to border another state.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 9.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m 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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