How far is Belle Fourche, SD from Harrisburg, SD?
The driving distance from Belle Fourche, SD to Harrisburg, SD is about 409.5 miles (659.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 365.4 miles (588 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belle Fourche and Harrisburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belle Fourche and Harrisburg.
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Start on 6th Avenue
8 m · 7 sec · 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto State Street
117 m · 21 sec · State Street
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto SD Highway 34
17.5 mi · 21 min · SD Highway 34
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Take the ramp left
10.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
23.6 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
338.5 mi · 5 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
12.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1448 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto 273rd Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · 273rd Street
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Continue on West Willow Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Willow Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Willow Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Belle Fourche and Harrisburg.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
SD Highway 34
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338 mi · 05h 20m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Belle Fourche and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Harrisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belle Fourche to Harrisburg?
The road trip is about 409.5 miles (659.1 km) and usually takes 05h 43m 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?
Vivian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 204.6 miles from Belle Fourche and 205 miles from Harrisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 365.4 miles (588 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.1 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:34 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.49 one way or $108.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 128.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Belle Fourche and Harrisburg, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Belle Fourche and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Harrisburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belle Fourche and Harrisburg. Straight-line distance: 365.35 mi (587.97 km).
#1 Belle Fourche
City in and county seat of Butte County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 5,742 |
| Coordinates | 44.6713700, -103.8521500 |
| Altitude | 921 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisburg
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,126 |
| Coordinates | 43.4313700, -96.6972700 |
| Altitude | 435 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willow Street (-96.697271, 43.431465)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 659 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $54.49 | $108.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $61.46 | $122.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $67.25 | $134.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $76.64 | $153.29 |
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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