How far is Blackhawk, SD from Harrisburg, SD?
The driving distance from Blackhawk, SD to Harrisburg, SD is about 362.3 miles (583 km), with a travel time of about 05h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 333.4 miles (536.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 17m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 08m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blackhawk and Harrisburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackhawk and Harrisburg.
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Start on Sturgis Road
1403 ft · 30 sec · Sturgis Road
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Turn right onto Peaceful Pines Road
1341 ft · 23 sec · Peaceful Pines Road
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Take the ramp right
2545 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.3 mi · 6 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 Blackhawk and Harrisburg.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Peaceful Pines Road
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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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Blackhawk and Mostly Sunny near Harrisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blackhawk to Harrisburg?
The road trip is about 362.3 miles (583 km) and usually takes 05h 08m 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?
Kennebec is a useful midpoint, sitting about 180.9 miles from Blackhawk and 181.3 miles from Harrisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 333.4 miles (536.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:42 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $48.19 one way or $96.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 113.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Blackhawk and Harrisburg, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Blackhawk and Mostly Sunny near Harrisburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blackhawk and Harrisburg. Straight-line distance: 333.35 mi (536.47 km).
#1 Blackhawk
Census-designated place in Meade County, South Dakota
| Population | 2,892 |
| Coordinates | 44.1511000, -103.3079600 |
| Altitude | 1065 |
| 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: 583 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 31m |
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 | $48.19 | $96.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $54.35 | $108.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $59.48 | $118.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $67.79 | $135.57 |
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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