How far is Brandon, SD from Rapid Valley, SD?
The driving distance from Brandon, SD to Rapid Valley, SD is about 349.3 miles (562.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 329.2 miles (529.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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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 36m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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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
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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brandon and Rapid Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon and Rapid Valley.
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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 · 7 sec · East Sylvan Circle
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Turn right onto North Splitrock Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · North Splitrock Boulevard
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Take the ramp left
1484 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
344.2 mi · 5 hr 26 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
2.3 mi · 3 min · North Elk Vale Road
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Turn left onto Concourse Drive
1148 ft · 38 sec · Concourse Drive
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Turn left onto Twilight Drive
2441 ft · 1 min · Twilight Drive
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Turn right onto Peanut Lane
703 ft · 33 sec · Peanut Lane
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Turn right onto Sweetbriar Street
1311 ft · 58 sec · Sweetbriar Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sweetbriar Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brandon and Rapid Valley.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
North Splitrock Boulevard
Merge slight left
344 mi · 05h 26m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Brandon and Sunny near Rapid Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brandon to Rapid Valley?
The road trip is about 349.3 miles (562.1 km) and usually takes 05h 36m 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 174.2 miles from Brandon and 175 miles from Rapid Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 329.2 miles (529.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.50 one way or $92.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 109.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Brandon and Rapid Valley, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Brandon and Sunny near Rapid Valley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brandon and Rapid Valley. Straight-line distance: 329.2 mi (529.79 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 Rapid Valley
Census-designated place in Pennington County, South Dakota
| Population | 8,260 |
| Coordinates | 44.0624900, -103.1462900 |
| Altitude | 962 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rapid Valley (-103.14629, 44.06249)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 562 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 21m |
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 | $46.50 | $92.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $52.44 | $104.88 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $57.38 | $114.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $65.40 | $130.80 |
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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