How far is Blackhawk, SD from Yankton, SD?
The driving distance from Blackhawk, SD to Yankton, SD is about 363.2 miles (584.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 309 miles (497.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 52m 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.
City in and county seat of Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blackhawk and Yankton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackhawk and Yankton.
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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
306 mi · 4 hr 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81: Salem, Yankton
1983 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 81
35.8 mi · 41 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on 291st Street
1.3 km · 55 sec · 291st Street
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Continue on US Highway 81
15.6 mi · 18 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
4.6 mi · 5 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
15 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blackhawk and Yankton.
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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306 mi · 04h 49m
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 Sunny near Yankton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blackhawk to Yankton?
The road trip is about 363.2 miles (584.5 km) and usually takes 05h 26m 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 184.4 miles from Blackhawk and 178.8 miles from Yankton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 309 miles (497.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 54.2 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 6:08 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $48.34 one way or $96.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 113.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Blackhawk and Yankton, 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 Sunny near Yankton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blackhawk and Yankton. Straight-line distance: 309.02 mi (497.32 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 Yankton
County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.8711100, -97.3972800 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 585 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 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 | $48.34 | $96.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $54.52 | $109.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $59.66 | $119.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $68.00 | $135.99 |
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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