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Distance from Fargo to Grand Forks

Driving Distance
79.7 mi 128.3 km
Flying Distance
73.3 mi 118.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Fargo, North Dakota to Grand Forks, North Dakota is 79.7 mi (128.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 73.3 mi (118.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 9 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 16 minutes

Traveling highway, substantial in a north direction. Average speeds around 61 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Fargo
Place Fargo
State/Province North Dakota
Country US
Latitude 46.877186
Longitude -96.789803
GPS 46.877186° N, 96.789803° W
Local Time 6:31 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Grand Forks
Place Grand Forks
State/Province North Dakota
Country US
Latitude 47.925257
Longitude -97.032855
GPS 47.925257° N, 97.032855° W
Local Time 6:31 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Fargo, North Dakota to Grand Forks, North Dakota covers 79.7 mi (128.3 km) in a north direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 16 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (79.7-80.5 miles / 128-130 km). The primary route shown here saves 18 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 61 mph (98 km/h).

Available Routes

I-29 N
79.7 mi 1 hour 16 minutes
Shortest Fastest
I-29 N and Demers Ave
80.5 mi 1 hour 16 minutes
US-75 N/King of Trails and MN-220 N
80.2 mi 1 hour 33 minutes

Route Map Visualization

Route map from Fargo to Grand Forks

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.