How far is Box Elder, SD from Gregory, SD?
The driving distance from Box Elder, SD to Gregory, SD is about 231.4 miles (372.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 191.7 miles (308.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 33m 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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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 16m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Jones County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Box Elder and Gregory.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Box Elder and Gregory.
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Start on Front Street
29 m · 10 sec · Front Street
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Turn left onto Oak Street
111 m · 18 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto Highway 1416
1.4 km · 2 min · Highway 1416
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Turn left onto Liberty Boulevard
1194 ft · 26 sec · Liberty Boulevard
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Take the ramp right
2522 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
158.8 mi · 2 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183: Winner
1702 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right
35.7 mi · 51 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 277th Street
34.4 mi · 51 min · 277th Street
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Turn left onto Park Avenue
1982 ft · 42 sec · Park Avenue
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Turn right onto West 6th Street
1291 ft · 57 sec · West 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Box Elder and Gregory.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Liberty Boulevard
Merge slight left
159 mi · 02h 29m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Box Elder and Mostly Sunny near Gregory.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Box Elder to Gregory?
The road trip is about 231.4 miles (372.4 km) and usually takes 04h 16m 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?
Okaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.5 miles from Box Elder and 115.9 miles from Gregory.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 191.7 miles (308.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.7 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 8:26 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.81 one way or $61.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Box Elder and Gregory, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Box Elder and Mostly Sunny near Gregory.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Box Elder and Gregory. Straight-line distance: 191.69 mi (308.49 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 Gregory
City in Gregory County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,250 |
| Coordinates | 43.2322200, -99.4303800 |
| Altitude | 661 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gregory (-99.43038, 43.23222)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 372 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 53m |
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 | $30.81 | $61.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.75 | $69.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.02 | $76.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.33 | $86.67 |
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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