How far is Box Elder, SD from Lennox, SD?
The driving distance from Box Elder, SD to Lennox, SD is about 342.6 miles (551.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 312.7 miles (503.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 21m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 40m.
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.
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.
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 Lennox.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Box Elder and Lennox.
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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
319.7 mi · 5 hr
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Take the exit slight right
1645 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight right
75 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto 463rd Avenue
4.4 mi · 8 min · 463rd Avenue
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Turn left onto 265th Street
3 mi · 5 min · 265th Street
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Turn right onto 466th Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · 466th Avenue
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Continue on South SD Highway 17
9.6 mi · 17 min · South SD Highway 17
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Continue on North Pine Street
855 ft · 19 sec · North Pine Street
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Turn right onto East Boynton Avenue
1576 ft · 48 sec · East Boynton Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1925 ft · 55 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West 2nd Avenue
21 m · 3 sec · West 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Box Elder and Lennox.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Liberty Boulevard
Merge slight left
320 mi · 05h 00m
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 Chance Rain Showers near Lennox.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Box Elder to Lennox?
The road trip is about 342.6 miles (551.4 km) and usually takes 05h 40m 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 170.9 miles from Box Elder and 171.7 miles from Lennox.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 312.7 miles (503.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.9 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 5:38 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.59 one way or $91.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 107.4 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 Lennox, 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 Chance Rain Showers near Lennox.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Box Elder and Lennox. Straight-line distance: 312.69 mi (503.22 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 Lennox
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 2,500 |
| Coordinates | 43.3541500, -96.8920000 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lennox (-96.892, 43.35415)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 551 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 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 | $45.59 | $91.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $51.42 | $102.84 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $56.27 | $112.53 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $64.13 | $128.25 |
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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