How far is Brandon, SD from Springfield, SD?
The driving distance from Brandon, SD to Springfield, SD is about 127.2 miles (204.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 02h 34m.
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.
City 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 Brandon and Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon and Springfield.
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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
41.9 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81: Salem, Yankton
1944 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 81
36 mi · 41 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on 291st Street
1.3 km · 55 sec · 291st Street
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Continue on US Highway 81
15.6 mi · 18 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
2 mi · 2 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West 31st Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West 31st Street
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Continue on SD Highway 50
11.6 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 50
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Turn left onto SD Highway 52
12.3 mi · 22 min · SD Highway 52
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Turn left onto SD Highway 37
2.9 mi · 5 min · SD Highway 37
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Walnut Street
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Turn slight right
1317 ft · 36 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brandon and Springfield.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Splitrock Boulevard
Merge slight left
41.9 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Brandon and Mostly Sunny near Springfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brandon to Springfield?
The road trip is about 127.2 miles (204.7 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Freeman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.6 miles from Brandon and 63.6 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.1 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.93 one way or $33.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brandon and Mostly Sunny near Springfield.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brandon and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 84.08 mi (135.32 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 Springfield
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.8541700, -97.8972900 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
End: Springfield (-97.89729, 42.85417)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 205 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $16.93 | $33.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.10 | $38.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.90 | $41.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.81 | $47.63 |
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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