How far is Brandon, SD from Harrisburg, SD?
The driving distance from Brandon, SD to Harrisburg, SD is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 24m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The largest city in South Dakota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brandon and Harrisburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon and Harrisburg.
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Start on North Pipestone Street
13 m · 4 sec · North Pipestone Street
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Turn right onto East Sylvan Circle
33 m · 12 sec · East Sylvan Circle
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Turn left onto South Splitrock Boulevard
2.7 mi · 5 min · South Splitrock Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Madison Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · East Madison Street
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Turn left onto Veterans Parkway
4 mi · 6 min · Veterans Parkway
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Continue on South Highway 11
2125 ft · 34 sec · South Highway 11
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Continue on SD Highway 11
4.4 mi · 5 min · SD Highway 11
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Turn right onto 273rd Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · 273rd Street
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Continue on East Willow Street
1877 ft · 37 sec · East Willow Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Willow Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brandon and Harrisburg.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
SD Highway 11
Continue on SD Highway 11
4.37 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Brandon and Sunny near Harrisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brandon to Harrisburg?
The road trip is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km) and usually takes 00h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sioux Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.5 miles from Brandon and 9.1 miles from Harrisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.34 one way or $4.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Brandon and Sunny near Harrisburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brandon and Harrisburg. Straight-line distance: 12.91 mi (20.78 km).
#1 Brandon
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 10,168 |
| Coordinates | 43.5947000, -96.5719900 |
| Altitude | 413 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisburg
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,126 |
| Coordinates | 43.4313700, -96.6972700 |
| Altitude | 435 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willow Street (-96.697271, 43.431465)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.89 | $5.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
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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