How far is Bradley, SD from Willow Lake, SD?
The driving distance from Bradley, SD to Willow Lake, SD is about 42.9 miles (69.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32 miles (51.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 00h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Clark County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bradley and Willow Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradley and Willow Lake.
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Start on Main Street
14 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Bently Avenue
1211 ft · 35 sec · Bently Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto SD Highway 20
5.3 mi · 6 min · SD Highway 20
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Turn right onto SD Highway 25
15 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 25
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 212
1.4 km · 1 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto SD Highway 25
17.1 mi · 20 min · SD Highway 25
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Turn right onto SD Highway 28
4 mi · 7 min · SD Highway 28
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Turn left onto Grant Avenue
1285 ft · 37 sec · Grant Avenue
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
727 ft · 20 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bradley and Willow Lake.
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 25
Turn left onto SD Highway 25
17.1 mi · 00h 20m
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.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Bradley and Partly Cloudy near Willow Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bradley to Willow Lake?
The road trip is about 42.9 miles (69.1 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Elrod is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Bradley and 21.5 miles from Willow Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32 miles (51.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.06 one way or $12.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around Bradley and Partly Cloudy near Willow Lake.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bradley and Willow Lake. Straight-line distance: 31.99 mi (51.49 km).
#1 Bradley
Town in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 79 |
| Coordinates | 45.0905200, -97.6437000 |
| Altitude | 553 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Willow Lake
City in South Dakota, United States
| Population | 244 |
| Coordinates | 44.6274700, -97.6370300 |
| Altitude | 544 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willow Lake (-97.63703, 44.62747)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $7.24 | $14.49 |
| Diesel | $5.96 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
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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