How far is Beresford, SD from Watertown, SD?
The driving distance from Beresford, SD to Watertown, SD is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Perkins County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Beresford and Watertown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beresford and Watertown.
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Start on East Main Street
27 m · 6 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
1146 ft · 37 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Cedar Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Cedar Street
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Take the ramp right
1868 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
129.9 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 212: Watertown, Kranzburg
1564 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto US 212: Watertown
41 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto 9th Avenue Southeast
3138 ft · 1 min · 9th Avenue Southeast
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Turn right onto Willow Creek Drive Southeast
1.1 mi · 2 min · Willow Creek Drive Southeast
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Continue on 1st Avenue Northeast
1.4 mi · 3 min · 1st Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto North Broadway
885 ft · 26 sec · North Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Beresford and Watertown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Cedar Street
Merge slight left
130 mi · 02h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Beresford and Mostly Sunny near Watertown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Beresford to Watertown?
The road trip is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km) and usually takes 01h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lone Tree is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.6 miles from Beresford and 68.2 miles from Watertown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.06 one way or $36.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Beresford and Mostly Sunny near Watertown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Beresford and Watertown. Straight-line distance: 126.81 mi (204.08 km).
#1 Beresford
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,609 |
| Coordinates | 43.0805400, -96.7736600 |
| Altitude | 457 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Watertown
City in and county seat of Codington County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 22,303 |
| Coordinates | 44.8994100, -97.1150700 |
| Altitude | 528 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Broadway (-97.115008, 44.899398)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $18.06 | $36.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.37 | $40.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.29 | $44.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.41 | $50.81 |
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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