Major city · United States
Grafton, North Dakota
Skip unless you have family in town. The town has one motel and a handful of cafés; use it as a 20-minute fuel stop on I-29, not a destination.
Grafton is a farming town of 4,200 people in the Red River Valley, 10 miles west of I-29. There is no museum, no state park and no attraction that justifies a stop. Most travellers pass through in 20 minutes on the way to Grand Forks or the Canadian border.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Dec–Feb (bitter cold, snow)
- Airport
- GAF
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Grafton, North Dakota911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Grafton Police (non-emergency)701-352-1212
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Grafton, North Dakota, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 701-352-1212 Grafton Police (non-emergency)
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportGAF Hutson Field Airport (General aviation only; no scheduled flights.).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at the diner$2–3
- Budget bedMotel room (Select Inn or AmericInn), a night, per roomUS$60
- Mid-range bedMotel room (Select Inn or AmericInn), a night, per roomUS$80
- High-end bedMotel room (Select Inn or AmericInn), a night, per roomUS$120
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$100 · High US$150
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- GAF Hutson Field Airport (General aviation only; no scheduled flights.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
Feb
Avoid
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
Mar
not flagged
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Apr
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Nov
not flagged
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Dec
Avoid
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−20°C (−4°F)−4°F (−20°C) low), wettest Jun (11 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Grafton, North Dakota: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
−20°C (−4°F)−4°F (−20°C)
5 rd
Feb
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
−18°C (0°F)0°F (−18°C)
5 rd
Mar
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
6 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Oct
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Nov
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
5 rd
Dec
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
−16°C (3°F)3°F (−16°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. The town is walkable (a few blocks), but the motels and the café are on the west side, a 15-minute walk from the grain elevator.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 45 min
I-29 south, about 45 min
University town with restaurants, a mall and a riverwalk.
Door to door: 1 h 20 min
I-29 south, about 1 h 20 min
Largest city in the region; museums, breweries, airport.
Pembina / Canadian border
goDoor to door: 30 min
US-81 north, about 30 min
Border crossing to Manitoba; check passport requirements.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
West 12th Street
Two motels side by side, both basic. No other lodging in town.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–80 (motel + fast food)
- Mid
- $80–120 (motel + diner)
- High
- $120+ (motel + sit-down meal)
Trip budget
| Motel room (Select Inn or AmericInn)1 × 1 night × US$60 | US$60 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$60 | US$120 |
| Trip total≈ US$90 per person per day, bed included | US$180 |
Select Inn listed at $60 (check current rate).
2026 estimate in USD. No flights or car rental included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at the diner | $2–3 |
| Burger and fries | $8–12 |
| Motel room (one night) | $60–120 |
| Gas (per gallon) | check |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No Uber or taxi service in town.
- The nearest hospital is in Grand Forks, 45 minutes south.
- Winter driving on ND-17 can be icy; check road conditions.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Grafton Police (non-emergency)
- 701-352-1212
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Grafton Police (non-emergency)701-352-1212
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- I-29 exit 176 to town centre: 10 miles west on ND-17, about 10 min
- Grafton to Grand Forks: I-29 south, about 45 min
No public transport in town.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Grafton, North Dakota. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Dec–Feb (bitter cold, snow) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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