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Fargo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fargo

With a population of 105,549, Fargo is the largest city in North Dakota, United States by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Fargo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Fargo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rosewild (215 Broadway N) and Crave - Fargo (3902 13th Ave S) are great picks.

When to visit Fargo

Fargo in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fargo in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fargo in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -0.4 °F, with an average temperature of 8.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Fargo, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Fargo

Plane

When flying to Fargo, you’ll arrive at Fargo Hector Field (FAR), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include Copa Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fargo. The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Fargo. Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Fargo, you’ll arrive at Fargo Hector Field (FAR), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include Copa Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fargo. The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Fargo. Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Fargo

BJIBemidji Beltrami County
FARFargo Hector Field
GFKGrand Forks

Airlines serving Fargo

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,555 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,496 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,003 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,241 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,116 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,469 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,160 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,672 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,561 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (672 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (524 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,041 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,154 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (697 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fargo

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Fargo Sw - I-94 Medical Center By IHG and Comfort Suites Fargo Medical Center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fargo

Most booked hotels in Fargo

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Jasper Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 160 reviews)
$167+
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Courtyard by Marriott Fargo Moorhead, MN
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 191 reviews)
$122+
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Best Western Plus Kelly Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 933 reviews)
$106+
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Radisson Blu Fargo
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 565 reviews)
$131+
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Element Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 39 reviews)
$137+
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Expressway Suites Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 587 reviews)
$104+
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Renting a car in Fargo

Renting a car in Fargo costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Fargo is the Hertz branch at 2801 32nd Ave. N.w., which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Fargo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fargo costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Fargo is the Hertz branch at 2801 32nd Ave. N.w., which is 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Fargo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fargo

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$35/day

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$36/day

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