Where is Rugby, North Dakota, USA?

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Where is Rugby Located? - Rugby is a city located in the Pierce County of North Dakota, United States. Rugby lies between 43.1706128 Degrees North latitudes and 78.6903098 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Rugby, North Dakota

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Where is Rugby Located?

Rugby is a city located in the Pierce County of North Dakota, United States. Rugby lies between 43.1706128 Degrees North latitudes and 78.6903098 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Rugby city is 2509 people and the city has a total area of 2.24 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Rugby, North Dakota Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityRugby
CountyPierce County
StateNorth Dakota
State CapitalBismarck
US RegionMidwest
Latitude48.3681° N
Longitude99.9962° W
Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Land Area2.03 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area2.03 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)2,509
Population Density1,236 per sq mi
ZIP Code58368
Area Code701
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST), UTC−6
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT), UTC−5
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code38-68980
Congressional DistrictNorth Dakota's At-Large Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Rugby, North Dakota

Transportation TypeDetails
Airport NameRugby Municipal Airport / Minot International Airport
IATA CodeNone / MOT
PortNo major port; inland community
Major HighwaysU.S. Highway 2, North Dakota Highway 3
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak Empire Builder service available at Rugby Depot
Local Bus/Transit ServiceLocal community transportation services
  • U.S. Highway 2: Major east-west highway connecting Rugby with Minot, Grand Forks, and other North Dakota communities.
  • North Dakota Highway 3: Provides north-south regional access through Pierce County.
  • Amtrak Empire Builder: Passenger rail service stops at the historic Rugby Amtrak Depot.
  • Minot International Airport: Provides commercial air service for the Rugby area.

Top Places to Visit in Rugby, North Dakota

Landmark NameType
Geographical Center of North America MonumentHistoric Monument
Prairie Village MuseumHistory Museum
Northern Lights TowerObservation Landmark
Niewoehner Bell TowerHistoric Landmark
Pierce County CourthouseHistoric Building
Victorian Dress MuseumMuseum
Rugby Amtrak DepotHistoric Transportation Landmark
Ellery ParkCommunity Recreation Area
Sand Lake Recreation AreaOutdoor Recreation Area
Al Wentz ArenaIce Sports Facility

Driving Distances from Rugby, North Dakota to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Devils LakeNorth Dakota85 mi1 hour 30 minutes
MinotNorth Dakota70 mi1 hour 15 minutes
Grand ForksNorth Dakota180 mi3 hours
BismarckNorth Dakota150 mi2 hours 30 minutes
FargoNorth Dakota220 mi3 hours 30 minutes
DickinsonNorth Dakota250 mi4 hours
WillistonNorth Dakota250 mi4 hours
JamestownNorth Dakota140 mi2 hours 20 minutes
AberdeenSouth Dakota270 mi4 hours 30 minutes
FargoNorth Dakota220 mi3 hours 30 minutes

Colleges and Universities Near Rugby, North Dakota

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Minot State UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, arts, sciences, and professional programs
Dakota College at BottineauPublicCollegeTechnology, forestry, business, and career programs
Lake Region State CollegePublicCollegeCareer training, technical education, and transfer programs
University of North DakotaPublicUniversityAviation, medicine, engineering, and research
Rugby Public School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies Near Rugby, North Dakota

Wolf Creek, Little Shell Creek, Sand Lake, Upper Souris River watershed, and nearby prairie wetlands throughout Pierce County.

Golf Courses Near Rugby

Rugby Golf Club, Heart of America Golf Course, and nearby regional golf facilities in north-central North Dakota.

Rugby, North Dakota — Key Historical Facts

  • Rugby was founded in 1885 and developed as a railroad community in north-central North Dakota.
  • The city became known as the geographical center of North America and features a monument marking this designation.
  • Rugby was named after Rugby, England, by early railroad officials and settlers.
  • The arrival of the railroad helped Rugby become a regional center for agriculture, trade, and transportation.
  • Today, Rugby serves as the county seat of Pierce County and supports agriculture, healthcare, education, and local businesses.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities Near Rugby

Facility NameTypeLocation
Rugby High School Sports FacilitiesHigh School Sports FacilityRugby, North Dakota
Al Wentz ArenaIce Sports FacilityRugby, North Dakota
Rugby Golf ClubGolf and Recreation FacilityRugby, North Dakota
Herb Parker StadiumCollege Football StadiumMinot, North Dakota
Alerus CenterSports and Event ArenaGrand Forks, North Dakota

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