How far is Box Elder, SD from Oglala, SD?
The driving distance from Box Elder, SD to Oglala, SD is about 84 miles (135.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.9 miles (106.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Box Elder and Oglala.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Box Elder and Oglala.
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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
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 16 Truck, ND 79 South: Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse
1470 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
869 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on North Elk Vale Road
5.3 mi · 7 min · North Elk Vale Road
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Take the exit slight left
14.2 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on SD Highway 40
20.9 mi · 37 min · SD Highway 40
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Continue on Bureau of Indian Affairs Highway 41
10.5 mi · 12 min · Bureau of Indian Affairs Highway 41
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Continue on Red Shirt Table Road
3.4 mi · 4 min · Red Shirt Table Road
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Continue on Loneman Day School Road
6 mi · 7 min · Loneman Day School Road
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Continue on Bureau of Indian Affairs Highway 41
15.6 mi · 18 min · Bureau of Indian Affairs Highway 41
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Continue on Lone Man Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Lone Man Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
57 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto Oglada 3
44 m · 11 sec · Oglada 3
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oglada 3
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Box Elder and Oglala.
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 40
Continue on SD Highway 40
20.9 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Box Elder and Rain And Snow Showers near Oglala.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Box Elder to Oglala?
The road trip is about 84 miles (135.2 km) and usually takes 01h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fairburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Box Elder and 42 miles from Oglala.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.9 miles (106.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:40 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.16 one way or $22.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Box Elder and Rain And Snow Showers near Oglala.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Box Elder and Oglala. Straight-line distance: 65.92 mi (106.08 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 Oglala
Census-designated place in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,290 |
| Coordinates | 43.1885900, -102.7396200 |
| Altitude | 915 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oglala (-102.73962, 43.18859)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.59 | $25.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
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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