Area code 701
Area code 701 serves Fargo and nearby parts of North Dakota, including Bismarck, Grand Forks and Minot. It crosses a time zone line, so part of the code is on Central Time and part is on Mountain Time.
Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot and most of the state.
Dickinson and the southwest corner.
Area code 701 at a glance
| State | North Dakota (ND) |
| Main city | Fargo |
| Time zone | Central Time and Mountain Time |
| UTC offset | Central Time: UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer Mountain Time: UTC−7 in winter, UTC−6 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 701
- Fargo
- Bismarck
- Grand Forks
- Minot
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 701 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Because this code spans two time zones, the times below cover only the hours that are allowed in both parts.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 701 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Other area codes in North Dakota
701 is the only area code in our list for North Dakota.
Questions about 701
What time zone is area code 701?
Area code 701 crosses a time zone line. Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot and most of the state are on Central Time, and Dickinson and the southwest corner are on Mountain Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 701?
Area code 701 is in North Dakota. Its main city is Fargo, and it also covers Bismarck, Grand Forks and Minot.
What are the legal hours to call a 701 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.