How far is Box Elder, SD from Eagle Butte, SD?
The driving distance from Box Elder, SD to Eagle Butte, SD is about 182.7 miles (294.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.3 miles (175.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m 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 03h 53m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Meade County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Box Elder and Eagle Butte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Box Elder and Eagle Butte.
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Start on Front Street
652 ft · 31 sec · Front Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Ellsworth Road
560 ft · 21 sec · South Ellsworth Road
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Turn left onto Highway 1416
2 mi · 3 min · Highway 1416
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Take the ramp straight
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
30.8 mi · 32 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
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Lazelle Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · Lazelle Street
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Continue on SD Highway 34
76.2 mi · 1 hr 27 min · SD Highway 34
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Turn left onto State Highway 73
27.4 mi · 41 min · State Highway 73
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Continue on 5th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn right onto Faith B
1350 ft · 23 sec · Faith B
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Continue on 1st Street East
40.8 mi · 1 hr 1 min · 1st Street East
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Turn right onto Main Street
2459 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left
606 ft · 28 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Box Elder and Eagle Butte.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SD Highway 34
Continue on SD Highway 34
76.2 mi · 01h 27m
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 Chance Rain Showers leaving Box Elder and Mostly Sunny near Eagle Butte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Box Elder to Eagle Butte?
The road trip is about 182.7 miles (294.1 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
Plainview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.2 miles from Box Elder and 91.5 miles from Eagle Butte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.3 miles (175.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 73.4 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 9:14 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.32 one way or $48.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Box Elder and Mostly Sunny near Eagle Butte.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Box Elder and Eagle Butte. Straight-line distance: 109.27 mi (175.85 km).
#1 Box Elder
City in Pennington County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,165 |
| Coordinates | 44.1124900, -103.0682300 |
| Altitude | 925 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagle Butte
City in Dewey and Ziebach counties in South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,418 |
| Coordinates | 45.0024800, -101.2334900 |
| Altitude | 737 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eagle Butte (-101.23349, 45.00248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 294 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
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 | $24.32 | $48.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.43 | $54.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.02 | $60.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.21 | $68.42 |
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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