Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
34.1 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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.
Trenton, ND
Tom Fisk
Epping, ND
Stefan Liening
Trenton to Epping is 34.1 miles and takes about 48 minutes via State Highway 1804, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within North Dakota's Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive. You'll transition from local roads to a state highway, making it a simple hop between two points. Given the minimal driving time and distance, this route is ideal for a quick connection or as part of a larger exploration of the area.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 57th Street Northwest | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 1804 | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Dakota Parkway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| 2nd Avenue | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| 58th Street Northwest | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Theodore Roosevelt Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| 57th Lane Northwest | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| 123rd Drive Northwest | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Trenton, ND and Epping, ND.
Start on this road
Turn left onto ND 1804
Turn right onto US 2; ND 1804
Continue on US 2
Continue on US 2
Turn right onto US 85B; CR 6
Turn slight left onto CR 6
At end of road, turn right onto CR 6
Continue on CR 6
Turn left onto CR 42
Continue on CR 42
Continue on CR 42
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Trenton, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto ND 1804 / State Highway 1804
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 2; ND 1804 / Theodore Roosevelt Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 85B; CR 6 / 57th Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto CR 6 / 57th Lane Northwest
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$5.69 one way
$11.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
| premium | $5.26 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $8.30 | $16.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
12:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Epping on Saturday
Local time
12:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
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.
The drive features a mix of highway and surface roads, with 42% of the total distance on highways. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch on 57th Street Northwest, covering 6.6 miles. The route transitions from surface streets to State Highway 1804, offering a change in the driving environment. Expect a relatively rural cruising experience as you navigate between these two North Dakota communities.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ND 1804 / State Highway 1804.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ND 1804 / State Highway 1804): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (US 2; ND 1804 / Theodore Roosevelt Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.4 miles (US 85B; CR 6 / 57th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
728 ft
Total Descent
417 ft
Highest Point
2,221 ft
~31.6 mi in
Elevation Range
353 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.
Founded 1905
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 34.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). 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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