West Fargo, ND Road Trips
With 2 routes heading out and 6 heading in, West Fargo, ND works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 54-mile quick runs to 259-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from West Fargo, ND head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
333.2 mi
New Town, ND
Quickest Drive
15m
Horace, ND
Plan Around West Fargo, ND
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if West Fargo, ND is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From West Fargo, ND
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from West Fargo, ND
Driving from West Fargo, ND
On average, trips departing from West Fargo, ND run 157 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 53m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 259 miles (4h 53m), while the shortest is just 54 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving West Fargo, ND most often head toward Minot, ND (259.1 mi, 4h 53m) and Valley City, ND (53.9 mi, 54m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in ND currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 157-mile trip from West Fargo, ND, budget about $23 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving West Fargo, ND and 6 routes heading into West Fargo, ND, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 54 to 259 miles.
The longest mapped route from West Fargo, ND covers 259 miles and takes approximately 4h 53m. Shorter options start at just 54 miles.
The average route from West Fargo, ND runs about 157 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 53m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 157-mile trip from West Fargo, ND costs roughly $23 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from West Fargo, ND include Minot, ND and Valley City, ND. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
West Fargo, ND by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
39,325
Median Income
$96,877
Median Home Value
$302,200
Median Age
32.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to West Fargo, ND
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.
1 Bonanzaville, USA Museum and Village, 1351 Main Avenue W, ☏ +1 701 282-2822. 36 buildings providing an insight into the earliest settlers, how they lived, what they possessed and the challenges they faced. Main museum, rotating gallery and village: adult $12, senior/collerge $10, student (6-16) $6, child (5 and under) or military with ID free. (updated Dec 2022)
Red River Valley Speedway, Red River Valley Fairgrounds, toll-free: +1-800-456-6408, [email protected]. This half-mile banked dirt track styles itself "The Fastest Track in the Upper Midwest." It's popular for its amenities and for the quality and competitiveness of its racing. In addition to locals racing modifieds and street stockers, the speedway is also visited annually by the World of Outlaws. 1 Fargo Escape Room, 2220 Main Ave E, ☏ +1 701 532-1138, [email protected]. M noon-8:30PM, Tu-Th noon-9PM, F 12:30-10PM, Sa 11AM-10PM, Su 11AM-7PM. West Fargo's premier escape room. There's quite a few different rooms with booking online. (updated Apr 2025)
Thai Orchid Restaurant, 110 Main Ave E, ☏ +1 701 532-3211. 1 Maxwells Restaurant & Bar, 1380 9th St E, ☏ +1 701 277 9463. M-Sa 4-10PM. Unprepossessing exterior, but fine dining inside. (updated Jul 2024)
Cass County Campsite, ☏ +1 701 282-2200. Hi-10 Motel, ☏ +1 701 282-6600, toll-free: +1-800-932-0834. Main Avenue/West Fargo Days Inn, ☏ +1 701 281-0000, toll-free: +1-800-329-7466. Sunset Motel, ☏ +1 701 282-3266. West Fargo Super 8, ☏ +1 701 282-7121, toll-free: +1-800-800-8000.
West Fargo is located primarily on the north side of Interstate 94, immediately to the west of Fargo (hence its name). It can be reached by taking the 45th Street or Main Avenue exits from I-94, or by following Main Avenue or 13th Avenue west from Fargo. Fargo's Hector International Airport (FAR IATA) is served by Northwest, United, and Delta with multiple daily flights to Minneapolis, Denver, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Salt Lake City.
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