How far is Brandon, SD from Spearfish, SD?
The driving distance from Brandon, SD to Spearfish, SD is about 395.7 miles (636.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 367 miles (590.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 48m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 24m.
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.
Census-designated place in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brandon and Spearfish.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon and Spearfish.
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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
393.9 mi · 6 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Jackson Boulevard, Black Hills State University
1541 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto East Jackson Boulevard
1 km · 2 min · East Jackson Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Main Street
45 m · 14 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brandon and Spearfish.
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
394 mi · 06h 17m
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.
Sunny leaving Brandon and Sunny near Spearfish.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brandon to Spearfish?
The road trip is about 395.7 miles (636.8 km) and usually takes 05h 24m 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?
Vivian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 197.6 miles from Brandon and 198.1 miles from Spearfish.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 367 miles (590.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $52.64 one way or $105.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 124.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Brandon and Spearfish, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Brandon and Sunny near Spearfish.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brandon and Spearfish. Straight-line distance: 367.06 mi (590.73 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 Spearfish
City in Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 11,900 |
| Coordinates | 44.4908200, -103.8593700 |
| Altitude | 1112 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-103.859247, 44.49086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 637 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $52.64 | $105.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $59.37 | $118.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $64.97 | $129.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $74.04 | $148.09 |
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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