How far is Baltic, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Baltic, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 377.4 miles (607.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 338.8 miles (545.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Baltic and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baltic and Sturgis.
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Start on Lovely Avenue
1735 ft · 59 sec · Lovely Avenue
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Continue on 250th Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · 250th Street
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Take the ramp left toward Sioux Falls
1274 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
9.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 90 West: Rapid City
2517 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
363.7 mi · 5 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Baltic and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Interstate 90 West
Merge slight left
364 mi · 05h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Baltic and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Baltic to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 377.4 miles (607.3 km) and usually takes 05h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Presho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 188.5 miles from Baltic and 188.9 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 338.8 miles (545.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $50.23 one way or $100.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 118.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Baltic and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Baltic and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Baltic and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 338.8 mi (545.25 km).
#1 Baltic
City in Minnehaha County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,201 |
| Coordinates | 43.7613600, -96.7403300 |
| Altitude | 450 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 607 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $50.23 | $100.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $56.65 | $113.30 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $61.99 | $123.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $70.65 | $141.30 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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